Frozen Shoulder Care in Bentleigh East
Washing your hair, hanging clothes on the line, or simply reaching behind your back can become difficult when shoulder pain and stiffness limit your movement.
When Your Shoulder Won’t Move Through Its Full Range
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterised by pain and progressive stiffness in the shoulder joint. Both active movement and the movement available when someone else moves your arm may become restricted. Reaching overhead, lifting your arm out to the side, or reaching behind your back can be particularly difficult.
Frozen shoulder can develop without an obvious cause and may also occur following a shoulder injury, surgery, or a period when shoulder movement has been limited.
Everyday Moments a Frozen Shoulder Interrupts
Pain is often one of the first things people notice and may be more noticeable when reaching or lying on the affected side at night. Everyday tasks like putting on a jumper, using a hairdryer, reaching into a cupboard, or doing up a bra strap can become more challenging as shoulder movement decreases.
Because other shoulder conditions can also cause pain and restricted movement, an assessment is important for understanding what may be behind your symptoms.
Looking Beyond the Shoulder Itself
Your assessment may include checking shoulder movement in different directions, muscle strength, and how the surrounding joints and muscles are functioning. We may also assess movement in your neck and mid-back to build a clearer picture of your overall function.
Based on the findings, your care plan may include hands-on care and exercises aimed at maintaining or gradually improving shoulder mobility and function. If your symptoms or examination findings suggest another condition may be involved, further investigation or referral may be recommended.
Find Out What’s Limiting Your Shoulder
If shoulder pain and stiffness are making everyday activities more difficult, an assessment can help determine what may be limiting your movement and whether conservative chiropractic care is appropriate for you. Contact East Bentleigh Health Group at (03) 9579 3999 to book an assessment.
