THE THREE STAGES OF FROZEN SHOULDER Dragomir Mijic DO Fellowship Trained and Board Certified Your Local Shoulder Surgeon THE CENTER FOR BONE & JOINT DISEASE CBJD THE CENTER FOR BONE & JOINT DISEASE www.centerforboneandjoint.com 1. The Freezing Stage This is the onset phase, where pain gradually increases, and the range of motion begins to decline. It can last anywhere from six weeks to nine months 2.The Frozen Stage During this phase, the acute pain may actually decrease. However, the stiffness becomes the dominant symptom. This stage typically lasts from four to six months. 3.The Thawing Stage The final stage is recovery. The range of motion begins to improve slowly. Complete return to normal strength and motion typically takes between six months and two years. How long does frozen shoulder last? Without treatment, the condition can last anywhere from 12 months to three years. However, with consistent physical therapy and proper medical management, many patients see improvements much faster. Discover our shoulder treatment options: https://www.centerforboneandjoint.com /resources/shoulder/ THE THREE STAGES OF FROZEN SHOULDER Dragomir Mijic DO Fellowship Trained and Board Certified Your Local Shoulder Surgeon THE CENTER FOR BONE & JOINT DISEASE CBJD THE CENTER FOR BONE & JOINT DISEASE www.centerforboneandjoint.com 1. The Freezing Stage This is the onset phase , where pain gradually increases , and the range of motion begins to decline . It can last anywhere from six weeks to nine months 2.The Frozen Stage During this phase , the acute pain may actually decrease . However , the stiffness becomes the dominant symptom . This stage typically lasts from four to six months . 3.The Thawing Stage The final stage is recovery . The range of motion begins to improve slowly . Complete return to normal strength and motion typically takes between six months and two years . How long does frozen shoulder last ? Without treatment , the condition can last anywhere from 12 months to three years . However , with consistent physical therapy and proper medical management , many patients see improvements much faster . Discover our shoulder treatment options : https://www.centerforboneandjoint.com / resources / shoulder /