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Frozen shoulder

Alternative Names: Adhesive capsulitis Prevention: The best way to prevent frozen shoulder is to contact your health care provider if you develop shoulder pain that limits your range of motion for an extended period of time. This will allow early treatment and help avoid stiffness, if possible. Text Continues Below Diabetic patients should keep tight control of their blood glucose levels. Despite this, they may still develop shoulder stiffness.

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