Frozen Shoulder Treatment Singapore
Are you experiencing severe stiffness and pain in your shoulder?
Maybe you feel that your shoulder movement has become so limited that it can’t move without causing you severe pain?
If so, then you may have frozen shoulder syndrome.
Also known as adhesive capsulitis, it is a disorder that limits movement in the shoulder joint. It commonly affects patients around 50, hence the Chinese phrase “50-year shoulder.”
This is one of the most common types of shoulder pain in Singapore.
Frozen shoulders comprise 16-22% of all shoulder conditions, and 40-50% of these patients have it bilaterally.
Medical doctors often prescribe corticosteroid injections to provide pain relief and treat frozen shoulder.
But what if you’re looking for conservative treatments for frozen shoulder?
Elite Spine Centres has got you covered with our holistic chiropractic care that is tailored to your needs!
Get Rid of Frozen Shoulder Effectively With the Functional Correction Method (FCM)—No Orthopaedic Surgery, Injections or Drugs Involved!
Developing frozen shoulder can be very debilitating.
The painful loss of shoulder mobility often affects daily life, preventing you from doing the things you enjoy most.
At Elite Spine Centres, we provide a range of conservative treatment services to relieve pain and restore a proper degree of shoulder movement.
Each treatment is personalised and developed according to our holistic approach, the Functional Correction Method (FCM).
Research showed that the outcomes of corticosteroid injections versus a combination of physical therapy, rehabilitation, and stretching exercises to decrease pain and increase movement are similar at 6 months.
In fact, our comprehensive, non-surgical treatments for frozen shoulder have the potential to prevent frozen shoulder from reoccurring!
Our Signature Functional Correction Method (FCM)
Often, pain is the way your body shows you that something isn’t operating the way that it should be.
Let us bring you relief with our Elite Spine chiropractic treatment strategy.
Our signature Functional Correction Method (FCM) combines the best in modern chiropractic strategies, soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitative exercises to address your concerns thoroughly.
Our Approach: Specialist Treatment for Frozen Shoulder
Here’s what frozen shoulder treatment at Elite Spine Centres includes:
- Gentle Joint Mobilization: We use specific techniques to gradually restore range of motion to your shoulder capsule and surrounding joints without forcing movement.
- Soft Tissue Release: We address tight muscles in your shoulder, neck, and upper back that contribute to stiffness and pain.
- Targeted Rehabilitation: You’ll learn specific exercises designed to improve flexibility, strengthen supporting muscles, and restore normal shoulder function.
- Spinal Assessment: Since shoulder problems are often linked to neck and upper back issues, we assess your entire spine to address underlying causes.
- Posture and Ergonomic Guidance: We provide practical advice for protecting your shoulder during work, sleep, and daily activities.
One of our patients, Amina, 47, struggled to lift her arm above her head and could barely brush her hair. After assessing her shoulder mobility and spinal alignment, we discovered significant upper back stiffness contributing to her frozen shoulder. After six weeks of gentle joint mobilization, targeted muscle release, and a home exercise program, she was able to reach overhead comfortably and even return to her weekly yoga class. This is the kind of progress we aim for with every patient.
Step 1 – Initial Consultation
Our Doctor of Chiropractic will review your symptoms and health history in detail to understand better what may be causing your concerns.
We will work with you to address your symptoms and concerns, ensuring that you understand your condition before proceeding with treatment.
There will be no hard sales or excessively long treatment packages – we want to work with you, not against you!
Step 2 – Spine and Body Examination
First, a few diagnostic tests are done, including:
- postural assessment
- shoulder movement, especially abduction, external rotation and internal rotation
- the functional motion of the arms, neck (cervical) and upper back (scapulothoracic) to determine the presence of any biomechanical issues
Orthopaedic or neurological tests may also be performed if needed at this time. This will allow us to rule out possible underlying causes, injuries or safety concerns and obtain an accurate diagnosis.
Most of our patients will be able to receive treatment on their first session once any potential safety concerns have been ruled out!
Step 3 – Doctor’s Report and Recommendations
The doctor will assess your response to the first session and review any studies which may have been requested (X-ray, MRI, etc.).
Based on the findings, a customized plan of action will be discussed with you to help you reach your treatment goals.
Compared to the typical approach of symptoms management via injections, doctors of chiropractic can deal with your frozen shoulder right at the source.
This is also where you can bring up any questions, concerns or suggestions, and we will do our best to assist you according to your needs.
Step 4 – Holistic Chiropractic Treatment
The treatment is usually progressive depending on the patient’s condition, involving manual adjustments and, if necessary, advanced therapeutic technologies.
In the early stages, it is crucial to control inflammation, reduce pain and maintain movement with low-grade mobilisation. Once the pain subsides, the treatment plan emphasises increasing the capsular laxity, movement and muscle strength.
Your comprehensive non-surgical treatment plan will also involve personalised lifestyle advice and gentle shoulder mobilisation exercises to prevent your condition from recurring and restore proper long-term movement patterns and posture.
This means our patients can achieve more complete recovery in a shorter time than at other centres!
Take the First Step to Reclaiming Your Mobility
Think about how much easier life would be if your shoulder didn’t hurt all the time. Imagine reaching up to grab something from the top shelf without flinching, lifting your child without wincing, or finally sleeping on your side without that constant nagging ache. Even simple things like brushing your hair or putting on a jacket wouldn’t feel like a chore.
That’s what we want for you. At our shoulder pain clinic in Singapore, we don’t just address the pain, we work to help you restore movement and maintain those improvements over time. Booking a consultation with our frozen shoulder specialist is the first step.
From there, we’ll figure out exactly what’s going on with your shoulder, show you how to loosen up tight muscles, strengthen weak ones, and give you simple strategies to help reduce the risk of recurrence. It’s all about getting you back to doing the things you love, without your shoulder holding you back.
It might feel like a small step, but it can make a big difference to your day-to-day life. Many patients begin noticing improvements within the first few weeks of treatment.
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When you book now, you’ll get our:
- Relieve pain, restore your body’s natural function & avoid surgery with our Signature Functional Correction Method (FCM)
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Learn More About Frozen Shoulder
You’ve got to know the basics for our chiropractors to cure your frozen shoulder.
The more you know, the more you can tell us, and the better we can create a treatment strategy to eliminate your condition!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is frozen shoulder?
The ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder is made up of three bones. These bones are held together by tissue, which forms the shoulder joint capsule.
Usually, the shoulder joint is one of the most mobile joints in our body. However, when the capsule becomes inflamed, even the slightest movement can cause shoulder pain.
Frozen shoulder is a chronic inflammatory condition. As a result of inflammation and scarring of the surrounding shoulder capsule, the ball-and-socket joint in the affected shoulder gradually loses mobility until it becomes “frozen.”
Frozen shoulders severely restrict your range of motion as any movement can cause severe agony, making even ordinary daily tasks like getting dressed or reaching for something challenging,. This pain discourages further movement, and the lack of use worsens your condition.
There are two types of frozen shoulder: primary frozen shoulder and secondary frozen shoulder.
- Primary (idiopathic) frozen shoulder occurs spontaneously without an apparent preceding event.
- Secondary (acquired) adhesive capsulitis develops from a known cause, such as traumatic shoulder injuries or a prolonged period of immobilization.
What are the stages of frozen shoulder?
Frozen shoulder usually advances in three distinct stages, with the duration of each phase depending on the therapy treatments implemented.
1. The Freezing Stage/Painful Stage
- Early inflammation in the shoulder capsule
- As this stage progresses, your shoulder starts to get stiff with increasing aching pain.
- This stage lasts for 6 to 9 months.
2. The Frozen Stage
- Thickened synovium (a connective tissue that lines the inside of the joint capsule) due to increased inflammation
- This will increase the growth of the adhesion in the capsule, increasing shoulder pain and decreasing range of motion in all directions, making sleeping difficult, and making daily activities harder to carry out.
- This stage can last for 4 to 12 months.
3. The Thawing Stage
- As the inflammation decreases, there is reduced pain in your affected shoulder, and the shoulder range of motion begins to improve.
- Returning to a full range of shoulder movement can take as little as 6 months or as much as 2 years.
- This stage may not necessarily happen as some patients do not recover at all.
What are the causes of frozen shoulder?
It is still unclear why frozen shoulder occurs. However, there are certain risk factors:
- Age and sex: Adults older than 40, especially women, are more likely to develop this frozen shoulder.
- Reduced mobility: People who have had prolonged immobility or reduced shoulder joint movement have higher risks for adhesive capsulitis. This may result from certain conditions, such as stroke or recovery from surgery.
- Systemic diseases: Diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, and Parkinson’s disease increase the chances of developing frozen shoulder
Other causes include:
- poor alignment of the ball and socket joint
- shoulder injury, such as a rotator cuff tear
- damage to the shoulder muscles and soft tissue
- injury to nearby spinal segments
- long term postural issues
- prolonged muscle guarding or disuse
- a pattern of repetitive stress on the shoulder, arm or upper back
Do I Need X-Rays?
Most of our patients don’t need X-rays at first. We’ll only recommend it if absolutely necessary.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Every patient is different. Some need a few sessions at our clinic, while others need a longer plan depending on how severe your pain is and how long you’ve had it.
Is Treatment Painful?
Our frozen shoulder specialist uses gentle techniques to help you. Some patients feel immediate relief after the first session, while others notice gradual improvement.
Can I Still Exercise?
Yes! We’ll guide you on safe movements that won’t set back your recovery.
What Makes Elite Spine Centres Different?
We’re not just a clinic. At Elite Spine Centres, our chiropractors, osteopaths, and physiotherapists work together to treat frozen shoulder and other shoulder conditions. We make sure you understand why your shoulder is frozen and how we can help. Plus, we offer chiropractic adjustments, osteopathic manipulation, and physiotherapy all under one roof, so you get comprehensive care in one convenient location.
Don’t wait for things to get worse. Help is only a phone call away.
What are the differences between frozen shoulder and other shoulder pain?
Not all shoulder pain is the same. Here’s a simple way to tell:
- Frozen shoulder starts stiff and gradually gets worse. Your shoulder may feel ‘locked’, and everyday movements hurt or feel impossible.
- Rotator cuff injury happens when the muscles and tendons that lift and rotate your arm get strained or torn. It usually causes sudden pain, especially when lifting or reaching overhead.
- Arthritis feels like a grinding or aching joint that slowly worsens over time.
Getting the right treatment at a shoulder pain clinic in Singapore matters. Our specialist will check your shoulder, neck, and upper back to diagnose your condition.
Experience the relief only Elite Spine Centres can bring today!
If you suspect you may have frozen shoulder syndrome, book a consultation with our well-trained chiropractors today.
The shoulder is a very complex joint and requires careful holistic treatment.
Fixing a frozen shoulder often involves a hybrid or combined approach which addresses the shoulder itself and soft tissues, as well as the mechanics and stability of the neck, upper back, and the scapula (shoulder blade) region.
While you may experience significant improvements from the first session, you must carry out your entire treatment plan to prevent the gradual return of the painful stage.
Elite Spine Centres combines the specific treatment of both the spine and surrounding tissues, so we can more thoroughly address your condition!
Ready to unfreeze your shoulder and live your best life again?
