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Published on: July 21, 2023
Prevalence of Frozen Shoulder among Diabetes Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Care Center
Manoj Sahu1, Mohammad Ilias1, Ramesh Pandey2
1Department of Anaesthesia, Bundelkhand Medical College, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Background:
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is marked by pain and restricted shoulder movement, with diabetes mellitus being a known risk factor. However, its occurrence in diabetic individuals in health care settings is underreported.
Objective:
To estimate the occurrence of frozen shoulder among diabetic patients in a tertiary hospital.
Methods:
This observational study evaluated patients with diabetes for frozen shoulder through clinical diagnosis and imaging. Prevalence was calculated.
Results:
Frozen shoulder was observed in 11% of diabetic cases, highlighting the need for routine screening in this population.
Conclusion:
The study emphasizes the importance of screening for frozen shoulder in diabetic patients to ensure early diagnosis and management.
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