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Frozen shoulder, caused by capsular fibrotic adhesions, can induce debilitating pain and functional reduction. Arthrolysis is indicated in patients that do not respond to conservative management. A rotator interval and anterior release can be performed initially, followed by a posterior release if the capsule remains tight. Extensive capsulotomy can precipitate instability and should be avoided.
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Altintas, B., Moatshe, G., Fritz, E.M., Millett, P.J. (2019). Arthrolysis: Capsular Release for Adhesive Capsulitis. In: Millett, P., Pogorzelski, J. (eds) Advanced Techniques in Shoulder Arthroscopy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-13503-4_22
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