Registered Chiropractor
註冊脊醫
Doctor of Chiropractic
D'Youville College, USA
Whampoa & Hung Hom
Near Whampoa MTR
Overview
About Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a gradual stiffening and thickening of the tissue around the shoulder joint, leading to pain and a shrinking range of motion.
It typically develops in stages over months, and while it can resolve on its own, this often takes a long time without support.
Common symptoms
- Deep, aching pain in the shoulder, worse at night
- Progressive stiffness and loss of movement
- Difficulty reaching overhead, behind the back, or across the body
- Pain that may radiate down the upper arm
- Muscle wasting in later, prolonged stages
Possible causes
- Prolonged immobility, such as after an injury or surgery
- Diabetes and certain thyroid conditions
- Age, most common between 40 and 60
- Repetitive overhead activity or occupational strain
- Sometimes no clear trigger at all
When to seek urgent medical care
- Sudden, severe shoulder pain after a fall or injury
- Visible deformity or inability to move the arm at all
- Shoulder pain with chest pain, sweating or breathlessness
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. If any of the above apply to you, seek medical attention promptly.
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