Hi I am female, 56, I feel pain in my shoulders, I have spondylitis. Last year I feel pain in my shoulder. doctor detected as frozen shoulder, I underwent exercises and yoga for that. But again I feel pain in my arms, shoulder. I am diabetic. And also have problem of hypertension. Kindly guide me.

Dr. S.Md RafiPhysiotherapist11yrs exp

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Hi, - Frozen shoulder is common affect to diabetic patients. - prolong spondylitis case may cause pinched nerve at neck region, that pain will radiate to shoulder, arms till finger tips of hand. My advice: -Full range of motion exercises at least twice/day (Neck & Shoulder) -Strong Neck isometric exercises at least Twice/day (Pain free) -Strengthening Exercise for Shoulder/Shoulder griddle muscles -PNF exercises -Scapular movements/ Shoulder griddle movements -Stretching exercises at least twice/day -Towel exercises -Free ROM exercises of Shoulder Precautions -Maintain good posture/avoid Bad posture -Avoid jerky movements -Avoid keeping you r neck straight and stiff -Use soft collar/cervical pillow -Do not sleep over affected side -If you are working long hours you must relax the muscles of you r neck and shoulders by taking frequent breaks. It can help to relieve Pain -Apply Ointment -After 10mins Ice therapy for 20-30 mins daily twice (Mor/Night) NOTE: Orthopedician/Orthopedic Physiotherapist Helps you lot? TAKE CARE?. 

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