Bristol Biomechanics
Frozen Shoulder Treatment in Bristol
Frozen shoulder can make even the most basic movements painful and restrictive. We help you understand why it has developed and get your shoulder moving freely again.
What Is Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterised by stiffness, pain and a significant loss of range of movement in the shoulder joint. It typically develops gradually and can persist for months or even years if the underlying cause is not properly addressed.
Most people experience frozen shoulder in three stages. It begins with a painful phase where movement becomes increasingly uncomfortable, progresses to a frozen phase where stiffness is at its worst, and eventually moves into a thawing phase where movement slowly begins to return. However, without addressing the root cause, full recovery can take considerably longer than it needs to.
What Causes Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder does not develop in isolation. In the majority of cases, it is driven by deeper postural and biomechanical issues that have placed the shoulder joint under prolonged stress and restricted its natural range of movement.
Addressing these underlying dysfunctions is essential for a full and lasting recovery. Effective frozen shoulder treatment has to start here, not with the symptoms.
Common contributors include:
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Rounded shoulders and a forward head posture that compress the shoulder joint
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Thoracic spine stiffness that limits how the shoulder blade and arm can move
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Muscular dysfunction in the core which limits mobility and stability of the ribcage and thoracic spine
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Compensatory movement patterns developed after injury or surgery that alter how the shoulder functions over time
Our Approach
How We Address Frozen Shoulder
At Bristol Biomechanics, we use Functional Patterns, a methodology built around the fundamental movements of the human body: standing, walking, running and throwing. Rather than focusing solely on the shoulder, we assess how your entire body moves and identify the chain of postural and movement dysfunctions that are contributing to your condition.
Our approach includes:
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Postural and Gait Assessment
We begin with a thorough analysis of your posture and movement to identify exactly where the imbalances are occurring and how they are affecting the mechanics of your shoulder.
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Myofascial Release (MFR)
We teach you targeted self-massage techniques to release the tight and restricted tissue around the shoulder, chest, upper back and neck, restoring mobility and preparing the joint for corrective exercise.
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Corrective Exercise
Using Functional Patterns corrective exercise, you will learn to engage your shoulder, scapula and upper body as a connected system, gradually restoring range of movement and taking the excess load off the shoulder joint.
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Lifestyle and Wellbeing Support
We take a holistic approach covering nutrition, sleep quality, stress management and reducing systemic inflammation, all of which play a role in joint health and the speed of your recovery.
Getting Started
What to Expect From Your First Session
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Step one
Book a Call
Your journey begins with a free phone consultation. We will take the time to understand your situation, discuss your symptoms and determine whether we are the right fit for you
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Step two
Free Initial Consultation
Your first session is a full one-hour assessment. We will analyse your posture and movement, identify the specific imbalances contributing to your frozen shoulder and walk you through exactly how we plan to address them. You will also experience corrective exercise first-hand so you can feel the difference from the very first session.
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Step three
Your Personalised Programme
From there, we build a programme tailored specifically to your body and your needs. Whether you are looking for frozen shoulder treatment close to home or prefer to work with us online, you will have weekly guidance, video feedback and direct access to your coach throughout your journey.
Real Results
What Our Clients Say
Ready to Get Your Shoulder Moving Freely Again?
Frozen shoulder does not have to be something you simply wait out. Let us help you address the cause and speed up your recovery properly.