With frozen shoulder, complete immobility is not advisable, but overactivity should also be avoided. The standard for “moderate activity” is when the individual experiences a little soreness or a little pain in the shoulder.
While most adhesions from frozen shoulder can be removed in a short period through procedures like capsule expansion, the surrounding soft tissues still require a period of physiological adaptation. This adaptation should be supported through systematic training and proper nutrition. To avoid overuse, individuals should pay attention to the sensation in their shoulders — if they feel “a little sore” or “a little painful,” that angle is likely their current safe limit. If pushing further causes sharp pain or cold sweats, it’s a sign of overuse.
In daily life, people with frozen shoulder can gradually increase their range of motion by taking hot showers, applying heat packs, soaking in hot springs, or performing full-range joint stretching exercises. During this transition period, it’s important to move slowly and mindfully, observing your body and movements. By progressively increasing shoulder mobility, the goal is not just to reduce pain, but to regain functional, pain-free use of the shoulder!
