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joint. functional use • Range of Motion Exercises - it’s
No Bones About It This condition gets its chilly name • Thawing stage. Slowly range of important to get the arm moving
Physio Talk! because the increase in pain often motion begins to return safely, to progress range of motion
causes the individual to use their The risk of developing frozen and prevent further loss.
arm/shoulder less. This lack of shoulder increases for individuals • Use it or lose it! Avoid “babying”
movement then causes the joint who are recovering from a procedure or compensating for the sore arm.
Kristen MacDonell, capsule to thicken and become even or condition that prevents them from Use it functionally within the
MScPT, HBKin
tighter, restricting motion further moving the arm. Common examples available range of motion.
Kristen MacDonell, MScPT, HBKin, and “freezing” it in its position! of this may be someone who has • Once range of motion begins to
is a local registered Physiotherapist Frozen shoulder typically develops spent extended time in a sling, post be restored it is important to begin
and Owner of MacDonell Family slowly, and in three stages. stroke, after an operation, or post strengthening the muscles that
Physiotherapy. Each stage can last a number of mastectomy. support the shoulder joint.
Brrr its cold out! Talking: Frozen months. Some quick tips: As everyone’s situation is unique
Shoulder • Freezing stage. Pain is quite sharp, • Seek medical care from a always consult a registered health
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive begin to lose range of motion professional as soon as possible! professional to help create a
capsulitis if we’re being fancy, is a • Frozen stage. Pain may be less, Physiotherapy has been shown to management plan that’s effective
gradual, painful condition resulting however shoulder becomes stiffer lessen the time spent in each stage, and safe for you!
in a loss of motion of the shoulder and note more difficulty with and aids with pain. Stay Cool!
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