What is frozen shoulder?

Painful loss of shoulder mobility due to capsule inflammation and adhesion.

Is Korean medicine effective for frozen shoulder?

Yes, especially excellent — accelerates recovery significantly.

How long does frozen shoulder treatment take?

3–6 months with Korean medicine; longer for severe cases.

Will frozen shoulder heal on its own with time?

Eventually yes, but takes 18–24 months without treatment.

Can I exercise with frozen shoulder?

Yes, gentle range exercises essential — avoid forceful stretching.

How is frozen shoulder distinguished from rotator cuff tear?

Frozen shoulder: passive ROM limited; rotator cuff: active ROM weak with normal passive.

Can both shoulders develop frozen shoulder?

Yes, 20–30% of patients develop bilateral frozen shoulder.

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Frozen Shoulder

A condition in which inflammation and adhesion form in the shoulder joint capsule, making it hard to raise the arm or reach behind. It is called "fifty shoulder" in Korean because it is common in the fifties, but it occurs across the forties to sixties.

Frozen Shoulder

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