what causes frozen shoulder - #26186
I am looking for some insight into what causes frozen shoulder because I've been dealing with this for months now and it’s really driving me crazy! One day, I woke up and noticed I couldn't lift my arm without feeling an intense pain, and it just got worse. I thought I just slept awkward or something, but after weeks of no improvement, I finally went to the doctor. They mentioned something about what causes frozen shoulder and I was like, is it really a thing? At first, I brushed it off but now I’m starting to wonder if there are specific triggers? Like, could stress or not moving enough play a part in what causes frozen shoulder or was it just a fluke? I haven't had any past injuries or anything, and I’m trying to connect the dots here. My friends say that inactivity could be a contributor and that for some reason women over 40 are more likely to experience it. Is that true? Also, my shoulder feels super stiff, like stiff as a board! Can't even reach back to grab my seatbelt without wincing. I'm just worried that I’m making it worse by not understanding what causes frozen shoulder. Would love to hear your thoughts or experiences!
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