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Posted 5/15/2014 8:42 PM (GMT 0)
I have had a frozen shoulder for 18 months now and I can't stand it anymore. I feel like I'm going to lose my mind. I am exhausted and tired of pain and not sleeping well at night. I had arthroscopic surgery to clean out the scar tissue. This initially seemed to help, but I am still in constant pain. How does anyone deal with this on a day to day basis?, because I am not equipped to deal with this much more. My primary doctor has told me he would not wish this disease on his worst enemy. That did not conjure very positive thoughts for me. please help!
Posted 5/15/2014 11:11 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome

Yes, have dealt with shoulder pain for hhm 11 yr or so. Fell - was frozen, had surgery, etc.
I also have fibro so I cannot blame all my pain on shoulder injury but it hurts all of the time - it is as bad now as it ever was.
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Physical therapy would be my suggestion.. it is my orthopaedic's 'advice'

it is prescribed for me but insurance will not approve.
Almost 2 yr without it so far &, while not frozen again, my mobility is very limited

Others will probably pop in & give some positive feedback. - I wish the best for you.
Posted 5/16/2014 1:14 AM (GMT 0)
My heart goes out to you, I suffered from a frozen shoulder for only about 8 months and the pain was horrendous. I found the cotisone shots directly into the tendons helped the most. This was done under guidance of an ultrsound and so reached the right areas. I had two, the second made a huge difference but I also had weekly physio and painful everyday exercises trying to stretch my movement until I could get the best range I could.

I also did hydro therapy which was far less painful being under water and involved using weights to build strength and range. I have now regained most of my movement but I do seem to have trouble with rotation especially behind my back but thank G no more pain!!!

The worst thing about it was the lack of sleep, I felt like a complete zombie trying to survive.

Physio and thera bands definately provided improvement, they massaged my neck and upper back which had all spasmed with the pain and used a lovely huge heat pack across my shoulders afterwards. I kept getting headaches and this treatment improved that as well.

Best of luck, it was horrible to go through. golitho

Posted 5/16/2014 3:22 AM (GMT 0)
Hello & welcome to the forum. So sorry to read what is going on with you. What does your surgeon have to say about the frozen shoulder, 18 months is a long time to be dealing with this.

Have you considered getting a second opinion with a dr that specialty is shoulders only? If not that would sure be my thoughts of what my next step would be. There is a procedure they can do called a manipulation under anesthesia. They have to put you asleep, then they manipulate the arm & shoulder to break up the scar tissue. The patient does have to be put under for this procedure. Then can start a rehab program to keep the arm moving.

Just my 2 cents, take care.
Posted 5/16/2014 2:52 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all so much for the feedback, I really appreciate it.
Posted 5/17/2014 12:07 PM (GMT 0)
I had frozen shoulder after having shoulder surgery. My ortho went back in twice and cleaned out the adhesions. It was simple and it was over. Best move ever. You have to start pt the day after surgery and go everyday for weeks, but it is so worth it. I would suggest going to a good ortho who specializes in shoulders and beg for it. Get your life back.
Posted 5/17/2014 11:29 PM (GMT 0)
bigecase is on the right track. The right therapy can help improve muscle imbalances that cause shoulder problems. I had a couple experiences with shoulder problems and got complete and permanent relief when I fixed some muscle imbalances, not just around the shoulder but the core too. There's a book that explains all this you can google. It's called "Eliminating Pain Your Guide to a Better Lifestyle". Hope that helps.
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