Exercises for Periarthritis of the Shoulder

Written by Cheng Bin
Orthopedics
Updated on September 10, 2024
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For the exercise methods of periarthritis of the shoulder, there are various exercise methods for patients with periarthritis of the shoulder in clinical practice. For instance, it is appropriate to gradually perform exercises such as pull-ups, but it is important to progress slowly and not be too vigorous at once, as this may cause potential damage to the shoulder joint capsule. Another exercise involves the "wall-crawling" movement to enhance the mobility of the shoulder joint and prevent stiffness. Additionally, for patients with severe pain from periarthritis of the shoulder, some medical treatments can be combined, such as using topical plasters that activate blood circulation and relieve stasis, oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and blood-activating drugs, as well as local treatments like heat application, small needle knife therapy, or injection therapy.

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How to diagnose frozen shoulder

How is periarthritis of shoulder diagnosed? Periarthritis of shoulder is a self-limiting disease that mainly affects middle-aged and elderly women. The primary symptoms are pain in the shoulder accompanied by limited mobility of the shoulder joint. So how is periarthritis of shoulder diagnosed? Firstly, medical history is very important. Diagnosis is determined based on the medical history. Additionally, an MRI of the shoulder joint can be performed to clarify whether there is adhesion of the muscles and tendons within the joint, which causes limited mobility of the shoulder joint, in order to further confirm the diagnosis. Thus, the diagnosis of periarthritis of shoulder is based first on the medical history and the characteristics of the onset of the disease, and also on the MRI of the shoulder joint to confirm the diagnosis.

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How to massage for frozen shoulder

The disease known as periarthritis of the shoulder is also called frozen shoulder, adhesive capsulitis, or fifty-year-old shoulder, as it most commonly appears in middle-aged and elderly people around the age of 50. It is characterized by spasms, tension, and adhesion in the shoulder muscles, and sometimes may also involve dysfunction of the shoulder joint. Thus, for the treatment of periarthritis of the shoulder, massage techniques are generally employed. The purpose of the massage is primarily to relieve muscle tension, adhesions, and to relax the patient mentally. The technique must be gentle and not violent; local muscles can be massaged. On the affected side of the shoulder periarthritis, it can be found that the muscles are particularly tense. Massaging tender points gently can help relax these tense muscles, but one must ensure not to use rough techniques. Additionally, local acupoint massage of the shoulder can be performed, such as massaging common acupoints like Jianjing and Quyuan, which can also help alleviate pain. Simultaneously, combining these with physical therapy measures such as heat therapy, moxibustion, and acupuncture can yield better results.

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How to cure periarthritis of the shoulder using the arm-swinging method?

In the treatment of periarthritis of the shoulder, there is a method called "arm-swinging". The main technique of arm-swinging involves swinging the shoulder joint inward, outward, forward, and backward, forming a circle with the shoulder joint. This circle is actually two circles: one from the front to the back, and another from the back to the front. The arm-swinging method should be very effective for treating periarthritis of the shoulder, but the following issues need to be noted: First, it is crucial to exclude any rotator cuff injuries, especially tears in the supraspinatus or infraspinatus muscles. If tears in the supraspinatus or infraspinatus muscles occur, the arm-swinging method is not recommended due to its "zipper effect." This refers to a small initial tear that could further enlarge through improper exercise, eventually becoming a large tear. Thus, the first point is to rule out rotator cuff injuries. Second, when performing the arm-swinging method, one should not rush and should progress gradually. Initially, the range may be very small or the movement may not be possible to perform, but with consistent and persistent practice, the range of motion will gradually increase, making arm-swinging easier. However, rushing may lead to muscle tears around the shoulder joint or tear injuries to the joint capsule. Third, although the arm-swinging method can have a beneficial effect in treating periarthritis of the shoulder, starting the exercise can be very painful. Therefore, it may be necessary to use other methods initially, such as taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs orally, or undergoing massage or physiotherapy, to relax the muscles and ligaments around the shoulder joint. This can reduce pain during the arm-swinging exercises and enhance effectiveness.

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How to treat periarthritis of the shoulder?

Periarthritis of the shoulder generally refers to the aseptic inflammation around the shoulder joint, which is common in middle-aged and elderly women. It is caused by chronic strain of the shoulder joint, affecting the surrounding muscles, tendons, joint capsules, and ligaments. First, it is important to rest and you can promote blood circulation around the area with appropriate physiotherapy, such as hot compresses and acupuncture, to facilitate the repair of the damaged area. At the same time, appropriate exercise should be carried out to avoid stiffness of the joint that can occur with prolonged immobility or passive restraint.

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How to exercise for frozen shoulder

Typically, there are several methods for exercising with patients suffering from periarthritis of the shoulder. For example, wall climbing motions can be performed to exercise the mobility of the shoulder joint. Exercises can also be done on horizontal bars. The objective is to restore normal joint mobility and prevent joint stiffness. Additionally, patients with periarthritis of the shoulder often experience severe pain. Local pain points can be treated with an injection block, or topical plasters that invigorate the blood and break up stasis can be used. Treatment also includes oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and drugs that invigorate the blood and break up stasis. Furthermore, it is necessary to reduce physical activity, avoid exposure to cold, apply local heat, and use acupuncture and electrotherapy. Gradually, recovery will be achieved.