Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

Question 1

define adhesive capsulitis

Answer 1

thickening of the ligaments which leads to tightening

Question 2

what is associated with adhesive capsulitis

Answer 2

diabetes
hyperlipidaemia
Dupytren’s
endocrine disease

Question 3

presentation of adhesive capsulitis

Answer 3

progressive stiffness and pain
struggle with passive external rotation
painful arc on abduction between 70-120 degrees

Question 4

diagnosis of adhesive capsulitis

Answer 4

normal XR

clinical

Question 5

management of adhesive capsulitis

Answer 5

self limiting
physiotherapy
analgesics
intra-articular joint injections
surgical capsular release can improve movement