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What is the best treatment for frozen shoulder for a diabetic?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Therapy: Usually with frozen shoulder, otherwise known as adhesive capsulitis, we initially try physical therapy. If that is not successful then either a manipulation of the shoulder under anesthesia or a arthroscopic lysis of adhesions is usually done. Thank you for the question.

Answered 4/20/2013

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Dr. Charles Toman answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Physical therapy: Be cautious with injections as the steroid can cause an increase in blood sugars. Surgery works well in diabetic patients.

Answered 8/16/2013

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