Adhesive Capsulitis

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In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan.
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Excerpt

Adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder, is an inflammatory condition causing shoulder stiffness and pain. Diagnosis is based on the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons' definition, which emphasizes the gradual development of global limitation of shoulder motion without significant radiographic findings. Assessing significant loss of passive range of motion is vital for accurate diagnosis.

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