Title: Adhesive Capsulitis of shoulder: How effective is conservative treatment
Authors: Dr Rajesh Singh, Dr Pradeep K Verma, Dr Abhi Vora
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v7i3.189
Abstract
Purpose: To study the functional outcome of conservative management in adhesive capsulitis of shoulder.
Study Design: Prospective case control study.
Material and Methods: 154 patients were divided into 2 groups. One group received only NSAIDs as medication while other group received medication and physical therapy. Patients received treatment for 3 months. Patients were evaluated after 3 months for range of movements, VAS score for pain and functional outcome with CONSTANT score.
Results: Patients receiving medication and physical therapy show better improvement in range of movements, VAS score and CONSTANT score. Improvement in VAS score and CONSTANT score is statistically significant.
Conclusion: Patients with adhesive capsulitis should be treated with physical therapy before considering for intra-articular injections or operative interventions.
Keywords: Adhesive capsulitis, frozen shoulder, physical therapy.
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