❄️ Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) – Treatment Frozen shoulder is a condition where the shoulder becomes painful and stiff, and movement becomes difficult. It usually develops slowly and can last 1–3 years if not treated properly. 🔹 Stages of Frozen Shoulder Freezing Stage – Pain increases, movement starts reducing (6 weeks–9 months) Frozen Stage – Pain may reduce, but stiffness is severe (4–6 months) Thawing Stage – Shoulder movement slowly improves (6 months–2 years) ✅ Treatment Options 1️⃣ Medicines Pain relievers (Paracetamol) NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Diclofenac) to reduce pain and inflammation Doctor may prescribe stronger medicines if pain is severe 2️⃣ Physiotherapy (Most Important Treatment) Regular exercises help improve movement. Common Exercises: Pendulum stretch Towel stretch Wall climbing exercise Cross-body stretch 👉 Do exercises daily under guidance of a physiotherapist. 3️⃣ Hot & Cold Therapy Hot pack before exercise – reduces stiffness Cold pack after exercise – reduces pain and swelling 4️⃣ Steroid Injection Given directly into the shoulder joint Reduces pain and inflammation Helpful in early stages 5️⃣ Hydrodilatation Sterile fluid injected into joint to stretch capsule Done by specialist 6️⃣ Surgery (Rare Cases) If no improvement after 6–12 months: Manipulation under anesthesia Arthroscopic surgery 🏥 Home Care Tips ✔ Avoid complete rest (keep gentle movement) ✔ Maintain good posture ✔ Control diabetes (very common cause in diabetic patients) ✔ Sleep on opposite side ⏳ Recovery Time Mild cases: 6–9 months Severe cases: 1–3 years If you want, I can also give: ✔ Simple daily exercise routine ✔ Diet tips for faster recovery ✔ Best sleeping position guide Tell me your age and how long you have had shoulder pain for more specific advice.