Frozen shoulder
A frozen shoulder is a condition in which the shoulder capsule swells and stiffens, severely restricting the shoulder’s freedom of movement. The frozen shoulder is often mistakenly called arthritis. However, it affects several joints and the frozen shoulder only affects the shoulder joint.
Usually only one shoulder is affected by the inflammatory disease. In the frozen shoulder, scar tissue develops in the joint capsule, which thickens and stiffens it, leaving less room for movement. The exact causes of a frozen shoulder are not known exactly, but in most cases the disease follows a previous injury that was accompanied by a restriction of shoulder movement.Further risk factors are: Age over 40 years Gender, 70% of those affected are female Previous surgery of the shoulder joint Pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, cardiovascular disease or Parkinson’s disease The typical symptoms of a frozen shoulder are permanent pain, a feeling of stiffness and restricted mobility of the shoulder joint.
The clinical picture is characterized by three phases, the pain phase, the stiffening phase and the thawing phase. The frozen shoulder usually disappears on its own after 2 years at the latest.
- Age over 40 years
- Gender, 70% of those affected are female
- Previous surgery of the shoulder joint
- Pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, cardiovascular diseases or Parkinson’s disease
Summary
In summary, it can be said that a calcified shoulder can be very painful under normal circumstances and may obstruct the affected person in his everyday life, but it usually disappears by itself. If this is not the case, there are a number of therapeutic approaches and medications that can provide relief. In any case, it makes sense to carry out mobilization exercises on your own and to avoid a relieving posture as much as possible in order to avoid permanent damage or the development of new problems. If you are unsure, do not hesitate to ask your doctor or therapist for advice.
