Diagnosis of the Frozen Shoulder.

Last updated Wednesday, January 26, 2005

Criteria for diagnosis

A. History

1. Functionally significant restriction of shoulder motion
2. Absence of history of previous major shoulder injury or surgery

B. Physical examination

1. Limited glenohumeral motion in all directions

C. Radiographs

1. No changes in cartilaginous joint space
2. Absence of pathological changes other than osteopenia

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