What is frozen shoulder?

Frozen shoulder is a self-limiting sterile inflammatory disease of the shoulder joint, which often manifests itself in symptoms such as pain around the shoulder joint and limitation of movement; it can usually be self-healed, or cured by functional exercises, oral medications, and surgical treatments. Frozen shoulder is usually a sterile inflammatory reaction, usually caused by soft tissue degeneration, too long immobilization of the shoulder joint after trauma, muscle spasm, chronic injury, etc.; it often leads to pain around the shoulder joint, and with the progression of the disease, the shoulder joint will also have limited activities, unable to lift the arm and other manifestations, and may lead to the patient’s muscle atrophy. X-rays, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and shoulder arthrography are usually required to confirm the diagnosis, and based on the results of these tests, the severity of the patient’s condition can be determined, and a more individualized treatment plan can be formulated. Frozen shoulder is a self-limiting disease that can be cured by the patient. However, early treatment can relieve pain and speed up recovery, such as functional exercises for the shoulder joint, medication and surgery. Patients should consult the doctor in time, follow the doctor’s advice and choose reasonable treatment.