Does Exercise Education Significantly Impact the Occurrence of Adhesive Capsulitis in Pacemaker Patients?

In 2020, randomized controlled trial conducted by Jorat et al., the incidence of AC following pacemaker implantation was investigated. Adhesive capsulitis (AC), characterized by a gradual painful loss of active and passive range of motion in the shoulder joint, can lead to disabilities such as work absenteeism, reduced leisure time, and frequent healthcare visits. The study also evaluated the effectiveness of physical therapy and exercise … Continue reading Does Exercise Education Significantly Impact the Occurrence of Adhesive Capsulitis in Pacemaker Patients?

Is there any evidence to support the effectiveness of physical therapy for treating adhesive capsulitis?

Adhesive capsulitis is a condition that affects about 1% of the general population. There is not enough research available to give clear instructions on how much manual therapy and exercise treatment someone with this condition should receive. In other words, doctors and physical therapists may not know the best amount of therapy to recommend to patients with adhesive capsulitis because there is not enough research … Continue reading Is there any evidence to support the effectiveness of physical therapy for treating adhesive capsulitis?