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Extension is used for movements such as reaching into your back pocket.

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ROM External Rotation is often the first movements to be affected by frozen shoulder and one of the last to return.

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Reduced ROM in flexion is often noticed when reaching for high shelves.

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The shoulder becomes very stiff and it may be difficult to move. The pain may be mild or severe. People first notice frozen shoulder when they have difficulty completing day to day movements such as reaching over head or reaching behind the back.

Frozen shoulder is typically characterised by limitation of range of motion (ROM) in all directions once established.

Symptoms:

In the early stages, it is usually external rotation that is affected first due to thickening of the coracohumeral ligament.

You may notice trouble reaching for objects on shelves above shoulder height (flexion)

You may start to struggle to reach into your back pocket (extension)

You may start to struggle to push open a sliding door (abduction)

Treatment:

There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for frozen shoulder. Treatment may include ice, physical therapy, and medications to help reduce pain and inflammation. In some cases, surgery may be needed.

Frozen frozen shoulder treatment usually includes pain management and mobility work to maintain and improve range of motion.

Many Siphox Health users have frozen shoulder and use the app to monitor their range of motion and track pain throughout recovery.

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The glenohumeral joint is the most mobile joint in the body, allowing the arm to move in a wide range of motion. However, this increased mobility also makes the joint less stable, which can lead to dislocation or other injuries.

The glenohumeral joint is a synovial joint. This type of joint has a thin layer of tissue (synovium) that produces a small amount of fluid. This fluid lubricates the joint and helps to reduce friction. The synovium also provides nutrients to the cartilage and removes waste products from the joint. A synovial joint is the type of joint found between bones that move against each other, other examples include the hip, elbow and knee.

Ligaments of the glenohumeral joint

The capsule of the glenohumeral joint is a fibrous sheath that surrounds the joint and is attached to the margins of the articulating surfaces. The capsule is reinforced by a number of ligaments, which function to provide stability to the joint.

The four main ligaments of the glenohumeral joint are:

Superior glenohumeral ligament (SGHL)

The SGHL is a strong ligament that runs from the superior margin of the glenoid cavity to the lower margin of the neck of the humerus. This ligament provides support to the joint by preventing posterior displacement of the head of the humerus.

Inferior glenohumeral ligament

The inferior glenohumeral ligament attaches the lower part of the shoulder blade (scapula) to the upper part of the arm bone (humerus)

Anterior Band of the Superior Glenoid Labrum

The glenoid labrum is a ring of cartilage that surrounds the socket (glenoid) and deepens it, providing additional stability to the joint.

The Anterior Band of the Superior Glenoid Labrum is a thickened band of tissue that runs from the anterior margin of the glenoid cavity to the lower margin of the neck of the humerus. This ligament provides support to the joint by preventing posterior displacement of the head of the humerus.

Posterior Band of the Superior Glenoid Labrum

The Posterior Band of the Superior Glenoid Labrum is a thickened band of tissue that runs from the posterior margin of the glenoid cavity to the lower margin of the neck of the humerus. This ligament provides support to the joint by preventing anterior displacement of the head of the humerus.

Muscles of the Glenohumeral Joint

The muscles and tendons around the glenohumeral joint are responsible for moving the arm. These include the:

Rotator cuff muscles

The rotator cuff muscles attach the shoulder blade (scapula) to the upper arm bone (humerus). They include the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis. The rotator cuff muscles help to lift the arm.

Biceps muscle

This muscle attaches the shoulder blade (scapula) to the upper arm bone (humerus) and the collarbone (clavicle). The biceps muscle helps to lift the arm.

Triceps muscle

This muscle attaches the shoulder blade (scapula) to the upper arm bone (humerus). The triceps muscle helps to extend the arm.

Pectoralis major muscle

This muscle attaches the breastbone (sternum) to the shoulder blade (scapula). The pectoralis major muscle helps to lift the arm.

Latissimus dorsi muscle

This muscle attaches the lower back (lumbar spine) to the shoulder blade (scapula). The latissimus dorsi muscle helps to lift the arm.

Deltoid muscle

The deltoid muscle is a large, triangular muscle that covers the shoulder joint. It attaches the shoulder blade (scapula) to the upper arm bone (humerus) and the collarbone (clavicle). The deltoid muscle is responsible for lifting the arm. The Anterior Deltoid moves the arm upward in front of the body (Flexion). The Medial deltoid moves the arm up to the sides of the body (Abduction). The Posterior Deltoid moves the arm up behind the body (Extension).

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Movement

The infraspinatus muscle is responsible for external rotation of the humerus. The infrispinatus and teres minor work together to rotate the head of the humerus laterally.

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Depending on a patient’s range of motion and pain levels, and time since injury, the rehabilitation programme will include a variety of exercises and stretches to target mobility, strength, and/or stability.

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The rotator cuff muscles and tendons attach the shoulder blade to the upper arm bone. These muscles and tendons can be injured by overuse, such as from repetitive motions like pitching in baseball, or by a sudden traumatic event, such as a fall onto an outstretched arm.

Rotator cuff injury

A rotator cuff injury is damage to the muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder joint together.

The muscles that make up the Rotator cuff are: Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, and Subscapularis.

Symptoms:

Rotator cuff injuries can cause pain, stiffness, weakness, and a limited range of motion in the shoulder.

Treatment:

There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for rotator cuff injuries. Treatment may include ice, physical therapy, and medications to help reduce pain and inflammation. In some cases, surgery may be needed.

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Shoulder pain is a common complaint that can have many different causes. It can be caused by an injury, such as a rotator cuff tear, or by conditions such as arthritis or bursitis. Shoulder pain can also be the result of overuse or repetitive motions. Treatment for shoulder pain depends on the underlying cause.

Common Causes:

The most common cause of shoulder pain occurs when rotator cuff tendons become inflamed or irritated under the bony part of the shoulder where the three bones of the shoulder meet: the scapula (shoulder blade), clavicle (collarbone) and humerus (upper arm bone).

Other common causes for shoulder pain include:

• Arthritis
• Frozen shoulder
• Bone spurs
• Bursitis, which is inflammation of a fluid-filled sac (bursa) that normally protects the joint and helps it move smoothly
• Broken shoulder bone
• Dislocation of the shoulder
• Shoulder separation
• Overuse or injury of nearby tendons, such as biceps or trapezius
• Tears of the rotator cuff tendons
• Poor shoulder posture and mechanics

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