Frozen Shoulder

1. Movement of the shoulder is severely restricted in people with a frozen shoulder.
True
False

2. Frozen shoulder is called adhesive capsulitis.
True
False

3. Intermittent periods of use will not cause inflammation.
True
False

4. Adhesions are normal bands of tissue that grow between the joint surfaces, restricting motion.
True
False

5. There are a number of risk factors for frozen shoulder, including diabetes, stroke, accidents, lung disease, and heart disease.
True
False

6. Frozen shoulder rarely appears in people under 40 years old.
True
False

7. Usually, treatment begins with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and the application of heat, followed by gentle stretching exercises.
True
False

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