Frozen Shoulder Treatment London

Are you struggling to lift your arm, sleep comfortably, or move your shoulder without pain? You may be dealing with frozen shoulder, a condition that can severely limit your daily life if left untreated. At ALO Physiotherapy in Harley Street, we offer expert frozen shoulder treatment in London, helping you restore mobility, reduce pain, and get back to doing what you love.

Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition where the shoulder joint becomes stiff, painful, and difficult to move. It develops gradually and typically progresses through three phases:

• Freezing stage: increasing pain and reduced range of motion
• Frozen stage: pain may ease but stiffness worsens
• Thawing stage: slow return of movement

This condition can last from several months to a few years, and without treatment, it can have a serious impact on your quality of life.

Many people assume frozen shoulder will go away on its own, but it often takes years without intervention. Early physiotherapy can:

• Relieve pain
• Speed up recovery
• Prevent permanent stiffness
• Reduce the risk of further shoulder problems

At ALO, our physiotherapists are trained in evidence-based techniques that accelerate healing and restore mobility without surgery.

Frozen shoulder can develop for a number of reasons, including:

• Post-injury or post-surgery immobility (e.g. after a fracture or rotator cuff tear)
• Diabetes (significantly increases risk)
• Thyroid disorders
• Stroke or heart conditions
• Long-term shoulder inactivity

It most commonly affects adults between the ages of 40 and 60, and is more common in women.

• Dull or aching pain in the outer shoulder or upper arm
• Stiffness, especially when lifting your arm overhead or reaching behind your back
• Pain that worsens at night
• Trouble sleeping on the affected side
• Difficulty with everyday tasks like dressing, driving, or reaching for objects