Management of adhesive capsulitis by combination of hydrodilatation, intra-articular steroid injection and manipulation under anaesthesia

Abstract

Adhesive capsulitis is characterized by gradually progressive pain and stiffness of the shoulder. Different treatment modalities are available for the management of primary adhesive capsulitis. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of using a combination of Hydrodilatation, Intra-articular steroid injection and Manipulation under anaesthesia. The study group comprised of 20 patients with primary adhesive capsulitis with a mean age of 56.15 years. There was significant improvement in pain, range of motion and function in six months follow-up period. No complications were reported in our study.