What is Shoulder Arthritis?

Shoulder Arthritis is a degenerative condition, where the articular cartilage is gradually degraded, until it is complete destruction. Charachteristic of arthritis is the reduction of intraarticular space and the appearence of osteophytes.

What are the Symptoms of Shoulder Arthritis?

The main symptom of Shoulder Arthritis is pain, felt :

• during movement of the hand
• constantly, even when the limb is not moving
• at night during sleep, particularly when lying on the affected side

The hand has a restricted range of motion in all directions, and a cracking sound might be felt.

Risk Factors of Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder Arthritis might be caused due to :

• Usual joint wear due to age
• An inflammatory disease, such as Rehumatoid Arthritis
• Injury / fracture / dislocation of the joint
• Infection

How can Online Physical Therapy Help with Shoulder Arthritis?

Online Physical Therapy includes the diagnosis of your condition, so that proper treatment is given. Your treatment consists of a structured exercise programm, specialised exercises and technics to reduce your pain, self mobilization technics and consultation on how to cope with the obstacles of your condition in everyday life.

What to expect from Online Physical Therapy?

The Physical Therapist will assess your condition by taking your medical history and your clinical examination which consists of movements you will be asked to make. You will be given a structured exercise program to help with your condition. The PT can help you perfom that program so you can understand the correct ways these exercises and stretches are done. You will be shown technics to self mobilize yourself. You will also be shown special exercises and technics to help reduce your pain. Several sessions may be required, especially if you need supervision for your structured exercise program.

Differential Assessment

Evaluation by the Physical Therapist in necessary for detecting other potential pathologies that coexist, such as:

• Shoulder impigment
• Shoulder dislocation
• Frozen shoulder
• Supraspinatus tendinopathy
• Calcific tendonitis
• Bursitis