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At Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, we see how frozen shoulder – often called adhesive capsulitis – can slowly take control of your daily life. What starts as mild shoulder stiffness often progresses into deep, persistent pain and near-total loss of motion. Without timely care, this condition can quietly interfere with your sleep, your work, and your ability to perform the simplest tasks.
We offer advanced, personalized treatments designed to ease pain, restore motion, and give you back control over your shoulder function before the condition becomes more limiting. With offices in New York and Connecticut, we’re here to help you recover with precision and compassion.
Frozen shoulder occurs when the shoulder joint capsule thickens and tightens, forming scar tissue that restricts movement. This leads to inflammation, stiffness, and often severe discomfort. The condition progresses in three stages:
Early intervention can interrupt this cycle, reduce complications, and significantly shorten recovery time.
Frozen shoulder doesn’t always begin with an injury. Sometimes it develops after a period of immobilization, such as post-surgery or prolonged inactivity. Other times, it occurs without an obvious cause.
You’re more likely to develop frozen shoulder in the affected arm if:
When left untreated, even temporary shoulder stiffness can escalate into long-term dysfunction. That’s why early recognition and care matter.
Frozen shoulder symptoms often appear gradually, making them easy to overlook at first. But they tend to worsen if ignored:
The longer symptoms progress without support, the harder they become to reverse.
We use a phase-based treatment strategy tailored to your specific stage of frozen shoulder and your individual needs. Most of our patients recover successfully through conservative treatment, but when needed, we offer minimally invasive procedures to restore function more quickly.
Our initial focus is to relieve pain and restore motion using:
By starting treatment during the early stages, we can often prevent the condition from progressing further.
When conservative treatments don’t provide sufficient relief, we may recommend one or both of the following methods to remove scar tissue :
These procedures are often combined for optimal results, especially in stubborn or advanced cases. Most patients experience faster pain relief and a quicker return to normal activity after surgery.
Recovery depends on the stage and severity of your condition and the type of treatment used.
Our dedicated rehabilitation team will guide you through each stage of recovery, adjusting your program to match your progress. We also emphasize long-term maintenance through home exercises to prevent recurrence and protect your shoulder health.
If you’ve had a shoulder injury, surgery, or medical condition that puts you at risk, early intervention is key. We focus on:
Our goal is not just to treat frozen shoulder, but to help you avoid it altogether.
At Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, we’re proud to offer:
We combine advanced orthopaedic care with the personal attention every patient deserves.
If you’re dealing with pain and stiffness in your shoulder, don’t wait for it to worsen. Frozen shoulder can be reversed – but only with the right care, at the right time.
Schedule your consultation to start your recovery and protect your shoulder function for the future. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Frozen shoulder can interfere with nearly every part of your life, but it doesn’t have to. With the right treatment, recovery is within reach. Schedule An Appointment with us today and let us help you restore motion, reduce pain, and return to the activities you love.
The early symptoms of frozen shoulder diagnosis are primarily shoulder pain and a significant limitation in shoulder movement, which often intensifies during the night. Recognizing these signs early can be crucial for effective management.
Individuals over 40, particularly women, as well as those with medical conditions such as diabetes and thyroid disorders, are at an increased risk of developing frozen shoulder.
Frozen shoulder is diagnosed by evaluating symptoms, reviewing medical history, and conducting a physical examination to assess range of motion, with X-rays utilized to exclude other conditions.
Non-surgical treatment options consist of physical therapy, pain relievers, corticosteroid injections, hydrodilatation, acupuncture, and TENS. These methods provide effective alternatives to surgery for managing various conditions.
Recovery from frozen shoulder typically takes 3–9 months with non-surgical treatment, while post-surgical recovery usually requires 8–12 weeks.
If you need assistance, please feel free to give me a call.
We are an out-of-network practice focused on delivering individualized, concierge-level orthopedic care.
