Treatment Options
Treatment Options for Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder is challenging—most standard therapies in the U.S. show only partial results or require prolonged recovery. Here’s an overview of current options, their shortcomings, and how they compare to the new ACE Procedure:
| Treatment | How It Works | Shortcomings | Compared to ACE Procedure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapy | Progressive stretching, supervised exercises | Months of intensive therapy; painful in early stages; partial improvement is common | ACE delivers faster, more comprehensive relief |
| NSAIDs & Painkillers | Reduce inflammation and pain | Symptom relief only; long-term use has GI, kidney, & cardiac risks; no effect on stiffness | ACE delivers faster, more comprehensive relief |
| Steroid Injections | Cortisone reduces joint inflammation | Short-lived relief (weeks-months); repeated use damages cartilage, increases infection risk | ACE treats underlying disease, not just symptoms |
| Hydrodilatation | Fluid injected to expand capsule | Outcomes unpredictable; discomfort, swelling; not widely available in U.S. settings | ACE provides sustained results without joint harm |
| Shoulder Surgery | Releases tight capsule/adhesions | Invasive; infection, nerve/blood vessel injury, long rehab; not all patients recover full | ACE offers higher, proven success rates |
| Acupuncture/TENS | Modifies brain’s perception of pain | May offer brief relief; does not restore shoulder function | ACE directly addresses chronic inflammation |
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Why Conventional Approaches Often Fall Short
Most standard therapies focus on symptoms (pain, stiffness) rather than stopping the ongoing inflammation. Many patients receive incomplete or temporary relief, leaving them with persistent limitation or recurrent episodes.
Why Consider ACE?
The ACE Procedure treats the root cause—abnormal blood vessel growth and inflammation in the capsule—producing faster, sustained improvements even when other therapies have failed.