Intensive Program
Frozen Shoulder Intensive Program
Stiff shoulders, restore movement with systematic treatment
Frozen shoulder heals with time, but requires 2-3 years of suffering. Shorten recovery period with systematic intensive treatment and regain movement faster.
Program Overview
Focused Care
Circulation Combo applied
Stage-by-stage plan
Recommended for
- Shoulder stiffened making hair combing and dressing difficult
- Losing sleep at night due to shoulder pain
- Multiple steroid injections with no improvement
- Physical therapy with minimal effects
- Seeking fast recovery without surgery
- Urgent need to return to daily activities (work, childcare, exercise, etc.)
Stage-Based Intensive Treatment
Stage 1: Pain Downshift
Goal: Reduce night pain, suppress inflammation
- Circulation HD — Capsular hydrodissection, bursa treatment
- Circulation PT — Soft tissue release, pendulum exercise education
- Home Program — Warm compress, sleep position, basic stretching
Visits: HD 1x + PT 2-3x
Stage 2: Secure Range of Motion
Goal: Increase joint range of motion
- Circulation HD — Additional hydrodissection if needed
- Circulation PT — Joint mobilization, enhanced stretching
- Home Program — Wall slides, pulley exercises
Visits: HD 0-1x + PT 2-3x
Stage 3: Strengthen
Goal: Strengthen rotator cuff, secure stability
- Circulation PT — Resistance exercises, band exercises start
- Device Treatment — Shockwave, RF therapy concurrent
- Home Program — Band external rotation, towel exercises
Visits: PT 2-3x
Stage 4: Strengthen & Daily Integration
Goal: Return to daily activities, prevent recurrence
- Circulation PT — Functional exercises, movement correction
- Evaluation — Re-measure range of motion, confirm goal achievement
- Home Program — Long-term maintenance exercise plan
Visits: PT 2x + Final evaluation
Why Intensive Program?
Typical Frozen Shoulder Course
- Natural course: 1-3 years
- General physical therapy: 6 months-1 year
- Injections only: Temporary relief then recurrence
Long, painful, and unpredictable
Yonsei SM Intensive Program
- HD for fast adhesion resolution
- PT for active movement correction
- Clear goals for each stage
Systematic recovery, clear progress
Intensive treatment duration varies by individual condition. Expected duration is provided at initial consultation.
Expected Changes After Intensive Treatment
- ✓ Night pain reduces
- ✓ Arm lifting becomes easier
- ✓ Able to comb hair and dress
- ✓ Sleep quality improves
- ✓ Learned exercises you can do independently
※ Individual variation exists, and longer onset duration may require more time for recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How much does it cost?
HD and PT frequency vary by individual condition, so we provide individual program structure and cost after initial consultation.
Q. How often do I need to visit during treatment?
Initially 2-3 times per week, reducing to 1-2 times per week as condition improves. Visit frequency varies by stage and schedule adjustments are possible.
Q. Can severe frozen shoulder be treated?
Yes, effective even in severe cases. Treatment duration may vary by individual condition, and expected duration is provided at initial consultation.
Q. Can both shoulders be treated?
Yes, both sides can be treated. Can be done sequentially one at a time, or simultaneously depending on condition.
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