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For both neck and shoulder pain movement, exercises may help. For cases in which nerve roots or the spinal cord are involved, surgical procedures may be necessary. Your doctor can tell you which is the best course of treatment for you.
Frozen shoulder can usually be diagnosed through a physical exam, but your physician may also order X-rays or additional tests to rule out other causes of your shoulder pain or limited motion. Treatment for frozen shoulder usually includes physical therapy to increase motion and anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain. If this combination does not improve the condition or pain, the next line of treatment includes oral steroids and/or cortisone injections. Surgery is usually reserved for ...