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Flashcards in MSRA: Shoulder Problems Deck (4)
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1
Q

Give two risk factors for frozen shoulder

A

Increasing age
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism

2
Q

What is the presentation of frozen shoulder?

A

Painful shoulder - gradual onset
Stiffness
External rotation is typically impaired

3
Q

What are the management steps for frozen shoulder?

A

Analgesia
Physiotherapy
Consider steroid injection if no or slow progress with conservative measures

4
Q

What are the features of subacromial impingement?

A

Pain over the anterior shoulder
Painful arc of abduction 60-120