Adhesive Capsulitis

Question 1

Describe primary and secondary adhesive capsulitis.

Answer 1

Primary and he’s of capsulitis has an insidious onset.

Secondary adhesive capsulitis follows some type of trauma.

Question 2

What is the average resolution of adhesive capsulitis without intervention?

Answer 2

12 to 36 months

Approximately 20% to 60% of patients have some limitation in range of motion and residual pain for up to 10 years

Question 3

What are predisposing factors for capsulitis?

Answer 3

Cervical spine disorders, auto immune disorders, tendinitis, hypothyroidism, diabetes, hormonal disorders, and poor posture

Question 4

What are the predominant cell types and adhesive capsulitis?

Answer 4

Fibroblasts and myofibroblasts