adhesive capsulitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is adhesive capsulitis associated with?
A
diabetes
2
Q
what are features of adhesive capsulitis?
A
develops over days
external rotation affected more than internal rotation/abduction
active + passive movements affected
bilateral in 20%
typically lasts 6m-2yrs
1. painful freezing phase
2. adhesive phase
3. recovery phase
3
Q
what is the management of adhesive capsulitis?
A
NSAIDs
physio
oral corticosteroids
intra-articular corticosteroids
