Frozen shoulder: five early signs you should not ignore
Shoulder pain and stiffness are easy to put down to a busy life, but they can be the first sign of a frozen shoulder, a condition that tends to get worse without treatment. This article, reviewed by Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar, explains the warning signs that deserve an early check-up with an orthopaedic specialist.
What the article covers:
- What a frozen shoulder is, how it develops in stages and what may cause it
- Five symptoms not to ignore, including pain at night and trouble with everyday tasks
- How it is diagnosed, and the treatment options from physiotherapy to injections and surgery
- Self-care at home, and answers to common questions
Read the full article on the Manipal Hospitals website →
Reviewed by Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar. Originally published on the Manipal Hospitals Broadway blog on 27 June 2024.
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