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Submitted by Kevin Pederson on December 30, 2009
Frozen Shoulder Causes Adhesive Capsulitis
A frozen shoulder is a condition in which the shoulder joint becomes stiff, and for a period of time, loses its ability to move. Experiencing stiffness that causes pain while trying to reach oerhead or bending towards the lower back are the first frozen shoulder symptoms. This is usually caused due to swelling in the shoulder joints. As a response to this inflammation, the joint becomes stiff and the individual is unable to perform simple actions. In some cases, where the condition is severe, the joint capsule may start getting attached to the humeral head. This condition is known as frozen shoulder adhesive capsulitis.

Frozen Shoulder Rehabilitation
Fortunately, for most people, a frozen shoulder is not a permanent problem. Although complete recovery may take a long time, with proper exercising and diet, frozen shoulder rehabilitation is very much possible. Over a period of time, intensive physical therapy and exercises meant to restore strength in the upper arm can help alleviate the pain and make the limb functional again. If a person has some sort of disability due to the frozen shoulder, that too can be rectified.

Rotator Cuff Frozen Shoulder And Relief
For frozen shoulder relief, it is best to limit your activity for a few days. Try to avoid lifting heavy things or reaching out for things at a height. Try not to unnecessarily stretch your shoulder muscles and upper limbs unless. For instant pain relief, you may try taking pain relieving pills. The dosage can be discussed with your doctor. Applying a cold compression can help reduce any inflammation. This pack should be used frequently, every four to six hours. You may also resort to exercises that help tone your muscles. If there are complications like rotator cuff frozen shoulder, in which you have suffered tendonitis because of which you experience a frozen shoulder, you may be asked to do some special exercises.

Here Are The Exercises That You Can Do To Revitalize A Frozen Shoulder -
Fold your arms in a manner that your forearms are at a ninety degree angles to your body. Hold a rubber band, stretching it across both your wrists. Now, holding this rubber band, start rotating your affected arm in a gently outward motion. During this entire exercise, keep your elbows by your sides. Stretch it as much as you can without snapping the band and then hold for a few seconds. Repeat this several times. Rotate your arm only to the point where it doesn’t hurt. If it starts to hurt, stop rotating it.
Repeat the same exercise with the rubber band; however, this time, rotate the arm inwards. If you want, you may simply hook the rubber band to a door handle.

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