Frozen Shoulder by Dr. Zainab Kothari PT, DPT, MS

 

Frozen shoulder, also known as Adhesive Capsulitis, is a condition in which the shoulder becomes stiff and painful. This condition may develop after a minor injury, but a lot of times it appears without any cause. It is commonly seen in people between the ages of 40-65 years, in females, and can be linked to health problems such as diabetes and thyroid issues.

Frozen shoulder is characterized by progressive increases in pain and limitations in shoulder movements that can limit a person’s ability to perform simple daily tasks including reaching, carrying, showering, sleeping, etc. Individuals who have frozen shoulder on one side are at a risk of developing it on the other side. Both shoulders can get affected at the same time 14% of the time. The condition can last anywhere from 1-2 years and some minor deficits in motion may persist beyond two years due to fibrosis of the shoulder capsule and ligaments.

If you are experiencing any of the above mentioned signs/symptoms, we can develop a treatment plan for you based on your impairments. An individualized treatment plan can help with symptom management and potentially faster recovery of your shoulder motion and function.

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Dynamic Physical Therapy is an outpatient orthopedic PT facility in Palm Desert, CA serving the communities of Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, La Quinta, Indian Wells, Bermuda Dunes, Indio, Coachella, and Desert Hot Springs.

Physical Therapy and Low Back Pain

PT is a cost-effective alternative for treating low back pain.

For Medicare patients who received physical therapy treatment first before any other treatment type, total healthcare spending was 19% lower than patients who received injections first and 75% lower than patients who underwent surgery first. Costs for patients who received physical therapy within 15 days of initial diagnosis were 27% lower than patients who received physical therapy 45-90 days after diagnosis. Getting to physical therapy first and quickly after injury will help save time and money with recovery. Medicare beneficiaries and some PPO insurances have direct access to physical therapy. If you have been dealing with low back pain, you do not have to wait to see a physician in order to get referred to a physical therapist. Your therapist will come up with an individualized treatment plan specific to your needs and get you back to your desired activities. Call 760-501-6655 to schedule an appointment or request an appointment here:

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Dynamic Physical Therapy is an outpatient orthopedic PT facility in Palm Desert, CA serving the communities of Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, La Quinta, Indian Wells, Bermuda Dunes, Indio, Coachella, and Desert Hot Springs.