Adhesive Capsulitis/Frozen Shoulder
This problem, also known as frozen shoulder [2], is a chronic inflammation of the shoulder that makes the movement of the joint very difficult. Adhesive capsulitis [3] is more common in women over 40 who have had their arms immobilized for more than 2 months.
What it feels like: besides the pain, capsulitis causes an intense difficulty to move the arm, which gradually appears. Find out which signs help to identify this problem.
How to treat: it is recommended to do physiotherapy sessions to mobilize the shoulder and relax the joint muscles. In the most severe cases, surgery may be necessary to identify and repair possible shoulder injuries. Learn more details about the treatment of adhesive capsulitis.