Diagnosis and management of adhesive capsulitis

Robert C Manske, Daniel Prohaska, Robert C Manske, Daniel Prohaska

Abstract

Adhesive capsulitis is a musculoskeletal condition that has a disabling capability. This review discusses the diagnosis and both operative and nonoperative management of this shoulder condition that causes significant morbidity. Issues related to medications, rehabilitation, and post surgical considerations are discussed.

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Arthroscopic photo of axillary pouch after manipulation showing thickness of capsule and axillary nerve in a left shoulder

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