title: Adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder.
abstract: Adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder is a relatively common problem that can cause significant functional morbidity in a wide variety of patient populations. Numerous treatment methods have been advocated and are reviewed and summarized in this article. Although several advances have been made in determining the etiology of this disorder, it remains poorly understood and without any definitive treatment algorithm.
authors: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brown University School of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence.
authors: M J
authors: MJ
authors: Hulstyn
authors: A P
authors: AP
authors: Weiss
mesh_terms: D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001175:Arthrography; D001182:Arthroscopy; D006801:Humans; D008349:Manipulation, Orthopedic; D010489:Periarthritis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery
chemical_list: D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal