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¹MBBS, FFSEM (UK), FASMF, FACRRM, FRACGP, FARGP, MTrauma (Distinction), MSpMed, MEd, BAppSc, DCH, Associate Professor, College of Medicine and Dentistry, James Cook University, QLD; Visiting Professor, Sports Medicine Unit, University of Malaysia, MY; Senior Medical Officer and Instructor, Fédération Internationale de Football Association@(FIFA), CH; Senior Medical Officer and Instructor, Asian Football Confederation (AFC), MY. shane.brun@jcu.edu.au.

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|November 14, 2019

Summary

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Idiopathic frozen shoulder significantly impacts Australians, causing pain and stiffness. Primary care physicians are key in diagnosis and managing this condition with physiotherapy.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedics
Primary Care Medicine
Physiotherapy

Background:

Shoulder pain and stiffness affect over 25% of Australians.
Idiopathic frozen shoulder impacts more than 250,000 Australians, presenting a substantial health burden.
Primary care physicians manage most cases, playing a crucial role in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

To detail the natural history, pathophysiology, phases, and clinical features of idiopathic frozen shoulder.
To identify patient risk factors for developing idiopathic frozen shoulder.
To outline an evidence-based conservative management strategy for idiopathic frozen shoulder.

Main Methods:

Review of the natural history, pathophysiology, and clinical presentation of idiopathic frozen shoulder.
Identification of risk factors associated with idiopathic frozen shoulder development.
Synthesis of evidence-based conservative treatment approaches.

Main Results:

Idiopathic frozen shoulder has a distinct natural history, pathophysiology, and clinical course.
Certain patient groups are at higher risk for developing this condition.
Conservative management, often in collaboration with physiotherapy, is effective for most patients.

Conclusions:

Primary care physicians are central to identifying and managing idiopathic frozen shoulder.
The majority of patients achieve positive outcomes with conservative management strategies.
A collaborative approach between primary care physicians and physiotherapists is essential for optimal patient care.