Adhesive capsulitis Flashcards
What is another term for adhesive capsulitis?
Frozen shoulder
What is a frozen shoulder?
Painful, stiff shoulder caused by adhesive capsulitis
Who is most commonly affected by adhesive capsulitis?
Middle-aged females.
What condition is associated with adhesive capsulitis?
Diabetes
What movement is most affected in someone with adhesive capsulitis?
External rotation
What other movements are affected in someone with adhesive capsulitis?
Active and passive movement
What are the typical phases of adhesive capsulitis?
Painful freezing phase
An adhesive phase
A recovery phase
How long does an episode of adhesive capsulitis typically last?
Between 6 months and 2 years
How is adhesive capsulitis diagnosed?
Clicically
What are the management options for adhesive capsulitis?
NSAIDs
Physiotherapy
Oral corticosteroids
Intra-articular corticosteroids