Treatment for Frozen Shoulder in Jujo | Jujo Station Haru Clinic Orthopedics
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"I can't raise my arm," "Shoulder pain wakes me up at night," "It's painful to tie my hair or take off clothes" - Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder) is a common shoulder condition seen in people in their 40s to 60s, and it can become prolonged if not treated properly.
At Jujo Station Haru Internal Medicine and Dermatology Clinic, orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat frozen shoulder. We are located a 1-minute walk from Jujo Station and are open every day, including weekends and holidays.
👉 Same-day visits without an appointment are also possible. Please feel free to consult us first.
What is Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder)?
Frozen shoulder is medically known as "adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder." It is an inflammation of the tissues surrounding the shoulder joint (joint capsule, rotator cuff, bursa, etc.), causing pain and restricted range of motion.
Typical Course
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Stage |
Symptoms |
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Acute Phase (Inflammatory Stage) |
Severe pain at rest and at night. Intense pain if forced to move. |
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Chronic Phase (Freezing Stage) |
Pain subsides, but the shoulder stiffens and becomes difficult to move. |
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Recovery Phase |
Range of motion gradually recovers. Appropriate rehabilitation is important. |
While it can heal naturally, if left untreated, the stiffness (frozen shoulder) can persist, and recovery may take 1 to 2 years. Early treatment can shorten this period.
Treatment for Frozen Shoulder
Acute Phase (Period of severe pain)
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Pain control with anti-inflammatory drugs and patches
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Injections into the shoulder joint (steroids, hyaluronic acid) to reduce inflammation
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Maintain rest while moving within a pain-free range
Chronic to Recovery Phase (Period to regain range of motion)
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Stretching and exercise therapy to expand the shoulder's range of motion
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Heat therapy (increases flexibility by warming)
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Continue injections if pain persists
Shoulder pain may be due to conditions other than frozen shoulder.
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Condition |
Characteristics |
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Rotator Cuff Tear |
Tear in the rotator cuff. Pain and weakness during specific movements. |
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Calcific Tendinitis |
Calcium deposits in the rotator cuff. Sudden, severe pain. |
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Subacromial Bursitis |
Inflammation of the shoulder bursa. Pain when raising the arm sideways. |
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Cervical Spondylosis / Cervical Herniated Disc |
Radiating pain from the cervical spine. May be accompanied by numbness in the hand. |
These are differentiated by X-rays, ultrasound examinations, and symptom assessment. We recommend getting examined rather than self-diagnosing it as "just frozen shoulder."
Our Clinic's Features
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1-minute walk from Jujo Station
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X-ray and ultrasound performed on the same day
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Shoulder joint injections (steroids, hyaluronic acid) available
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Open daily from 9 AM, including weekends and holidays
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Walk-ins welcome
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Internal medicine and dermatology consultations possible on the same day
Please consult us if you experience any of the following:
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You cannot raise your arm above horizontal.
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Shoulder pain wakes you up at night.
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You cannot tie your hair or reach behind your back.
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Shoulder pain has lasted for more than 3 weeks.
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You suddenly experienced severe shoulder pain (possible calcific tendinitis).
Clinic Hours and Access
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Clinic Name | Jujo Station Haru Internal Medicine and Dermatology Clinic |
| Consultation Hours | Monday to Sunday, open daily from 9 AM. Open until 8 PM on Wednesdays, 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and 7 PM on Sundays. |
| Closed | None (irregular holidays) |
| Address | J&MALL 1F, 2-27-1 Kami-Jujo, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0034 |
| By Train/On Foot | Approx. 1-2 minute walk from JR Saikyo Line "Jujo Station," J&MALL 1F |
| By Bus | Immediately in front of the Kokusai Kogyo Bus "Jujo Station" bus stop |
| By Car | Please use nearby coin parking lots |
| Contact | TEL: 03-6698-2509 ／ Official LINE:https://lin.ee/AL0fp3z |
