Comparison of Acupotomy and Arthroscopic Surgery for Frozen Shoulder: A Systematic Review
Journal · Pain Medicine (2025)
Original authors · Kim KH, Cho YJ, Park JM, et al.
DOI · 10.1093/pm/pnae18902
Summary
Eight studies comparing acupotomy and arthroscopic capsular release for frozen shoulder were analyzed. ROM improvement was similar between the two treatments, but acupotomy had lower complication rates (3.2% vs 12.8%), shorter recovery periods, and less than half the cost.
Key figures
Complication rate
3.2%
Total participants
624 patients
Conclusion
Acupotomy shows similar effects to arthroscopic surgery in frozen shoulder while being superior in safety and cost.
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