What Is Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition that causes stiffness, inflammation, and a gradual loss of mobility in the shoulder joint.
Common Symptoms:
- Persistent pain (especially at night)
- Limited range of motion
- Difficulty lifting the arm
- Stiffness that worsens over time
Introducing Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to stimulate healing in injured or inflamed tissues.
This technology is widely used in treating musculoskeletal conditions like jumpers knee, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis and now increasingly for frozen shoulder relief.
You can book your Shockwave Therapy appointment now online.
How can Shockwave Therapy Help with Frozen Shoulder
Shockwave therapy offers a range of benefits specifically for frozen shoulder:
- Pain relief – It helps disrupt pain signals and stimulates the release of endorphins, offering natural pain reduction.
- Improved blood circulation – Shockwaves promote the lay down of new vessels and nerve cells, improving circulation and encouraging tissue repair.
- Breakdown of Scar Tissue – The sound waves help breakdown adhesions and fibrotic tissue which commonly occur in frozen shoulder.
- Accelerated recovery – When combined with chiropractic treatment and hands on manual therapy, shockwave therapy can accelerate healing and reduce overall recover time.
Most patients require 3-6 sessions on average.
Is Shockwave Therapy Effective for Frozen Shoulder?
Recent clinical studies show that shockwave therapy is effective in reducing pain and improving mobility in patients with frozen shoulder—especially when started early or combined with chiropractic treatment. It’s a safe and non-surgical alternative for many patients.
Who Should Consider It?
Shockwave therapy may be suitable for people who:
- Have not improved with traditional treatments
- Want to avoid steroid injections or surgery
- Are in the early or mid-stages of frozen shoulder
- Prefer a non-invasive and drug-free option
Contraindications:
Shockwave therapy may not be suitable if you have:
- Blood clotting disorders
- A pacemaker
- An active infection or tumor near the shoulder
Why Choose Shockwave Therapy?
Here’s why more clinics are offering shockwave therapy as a core service:
- Rapid response
- No anesthesia or downtime
- Clinically proven results
- Can be combined with chiropractic treatments like soft tissue therapy, dry needling, manipulation, mobilisation and exercise prescription.
Frozen shoulder doesn’t have to control your life. If you’re tired of dealing with pain and stiffness then shockwave therapy could be the solution you’ve been looking for. Call us on (02) 8018 8883.