FarmingdalePT_Physical Therapy Can Help Frozen Shoulders

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PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP FROZEN SHOULDERS!

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FARMINGDALE PT WEST & LAKE SHORE PT (516) 731-3583 (631) 676-3573

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PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP FROZEN SHOULDERS!

WHAT IS FROZEN SHOULDER? Frozen shoulder, or “adhesive capsulitis” is a condition caused by inactivity that occurs after injury or alongside another shoulder problem. When scar tissue forms after a period of physical inactivity, the shoulder can become stiff or inflamed. Most people struggling with frozen shoulders complain of pain, discomfort when moving or using the affected joint, or even a total loss of movement in that shoulder. Exactly what causes frozen shoulder remains somewhat of a mystery condition to many doctors and physical therapists, but a few possible causes are as follows:

bursitis, tendonitis, arthritis, a rotator cuff tear, or any other condition causing a person to cease shoulder movement • Immobilization of the arm, such as in a sling, after surgery or fracture Overall, having a limited range of motion can cause you to develop a frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulders can also be the result of remaining bedridden, unable to get up and move around for a long time. Most physical therapists recommend that patients with frozen shoulders rest often in between physical therapy appointments to avoid developing scar tissue in the shoulder. On the chance that scar tissue does develop, the muscles surrounding the shoulder may eventually freeze up as well.

It’s not uncommon for our clinic to see patients struggling with chronic shoulder pain. Often, we find that these patients are having to sacrifice their quality of life and have finally gotten fed up. There are many different factors that attribute to chronic shoulder pain, including a common condition known as frozen shoulder. Dealing with shoulder pain can make completing daily tasks nearly impossible without treatment. Physical therapy can help relieve (or even eliminate) your problem! If you’re experiencing shoulder pain, contact our office today. Our physical therapists will be able to do a full assessment, figure out if the source of your pain is frozen shoulder, and help you get on the road to recovery.

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WHY CHOOSE FARMINGDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY?

There are four stages in the development of frozen shoulders: prefreezing, freezing, frozen, and thawing. It’s pretty common for patients to see our physical therapists in the freezing stage after they’ve already been experiencing pain for a little over half a year, or 9 months. At this point they’re already in a lot of pain and pretty used to not being able to move their shoulder the way they’d like to! At your consultation, one of our physical therapists here at Farmingdale Physical Therapy will assess your condition, pinpoint the exact source of your pain, take a look at your medical history, and evaluate your strength and mobility levels. He or she will also consider any other conditions that could be contributing to your pain, such as diabetes, an autoimmune disorder, or a thyroid disorder. From there a comprehensive treatment plan will be created just for you. It will most likely consist of targeted stretches, exercises, and best practices for you to regain strength and decrease stiffness and pain. WHAT KIND OF PHYSICAL THERAPY TREATMENT WILL HELP? Physical therapy for frozen shoulders focuses primarily on pain relief, using modalities, manual therapy, exercises, and at-home treatments. Your physical therapist’s ultimate goal is to restore mobility and range of motion to the affected shoulder.

He or she will teach you how to relieve pain with stretching techniques and strengthening exercises, most of which you’ll be able to complete at home to speed up the recovery progress. At the moment there isn’t very much we can do to prevent the development of frozen shoulder, however, the sooner you contact our office for an evaluation, the quicker we can address your pain symptoms and create your treatment plan! CONTACT FARMINGDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY TODAY! If you have been experiencing recurrent or chronic shoulder pain, it is important to consult with a physical therapist as soon as possible to find out if your problem is a frozen shoulder. Physical therapy is a safe and natural treatment option that can successfully help patients of all ages recover from their shoulder injuries. There’s no reason you need to risk the harmful effects of over- the-counter medication or spend a ton of money on an expensive surgery to gain relief from shoulder pain. Call Farmingdale Physical Therapy today to learn more about the benefits of physical therapy for shoulder pain, and begin your journey toward living a pain-free life! Source: https://www.choosept.com/symptomsconditionsdetail/physical-therapy-guide-to-frozen- shoulder-adhesive-capsulitis

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NICOLE & JACK A. AC L REHAB I L I TAT I ON

Jack tore his ACL during a football game on April 6 th . Dr. O’Brien performed the surgery and referred us to Jill for PT. Our first visit was 2 days after surgery. Jack was nervous, in pain and I was not sure how he would ever run or play again. Here we are 4 1/2 months later and he is in amazing shape. He Is running, going to football practice and doing everything he wants. Jill and all of the staff here were amazing. They were Iike family. Anything we needed, they accommodated us, even me at every visit. We can’t thank them enough.

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Jessica is our Patient Care Director. She has been with us for over a year now and is an important part of our team. Jessica is one of the first points of contact for patients on and off the phone. Her colleagues agree that she is always eager to help others; whether it be helping a patient, or training a new employee. She aims to create a warm welcoming environment for all . Thanks for all your continued determination Jessica, and Congratulations on being Employee of the Month!

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BETHPAGE LOCATION 4277 Hempstead Turnpike Bethpage, NY 11714

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WHAT IS THE BENEFIT TO AT HOME CARE? When we go to the home, we can evaluate how someone functions in their surroundings. We can spend time with each individual without feeling rushed, like in an office setting. Treating our patients at home provides us with a better understanding of what support they need. We offer emotional support to families and work with a team of specialties that go into the home and work to improve our patients quality of life. We are able to coordinate blood tests and radiology services at your home. WHAT TYPES OF MEDICAL CONDITIONS DO YOU TREAT, AND FOR WHICH AGE GROUP? We work with patients ranging in age from 20 years old to over 100 years old. Our practice cares for patients with a multitude of medical issues, including anxiety, dementia, hypertension and diabetes. IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU’D LIKE TO ADD/ TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Contact us at: (516) 341-0150 or (516) 341-0151 The flu is rampant in our area now. If you have not received a flu vaccine please call us. We are able to provide in-house covid testing and can refer you to an at-home covid vaccine provider.

BETHPAGE LOCATION (516) 731-3583 - 4277 Hempstead Turnpike Bethpage, NY 11714

RONKONKOMA LOCATION (631) 676-3573 - 700 Union Pkwy #3 Ronkonkoma, NY 11779