Frozen shoulder is characterized by progressive motion loss, distinct disease stages, and new treatment opportunities; raising important questions about timing, patient selection, and new interventional strategies. In this episode of the BackTable MSK Podcast, guest host Osman Ahmed welcomes orthopedic surgeon and upper extremity specialist Dr. Sameer Nagda to discuss the intricacies of adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder (“frozen shoulder”).

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SYNPOSIS

Dr. Nagda shares his expertise on diagnosing and treating frozen shoulder, including the evaluation process, treatment options, and the role of early intervention. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the stages of frozen shoulder and the potential benefits of embolization, particularly in the inflammatory stage. Dr. Nagda also shares his journey into shoulder specialization and his collaborative efforts with IR specialists to improve patient outcomes.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
04:29 - The Run Down: What is Frozen Shoulder?
08:37 - Approaching the Diagnosis of Frozen Shoulder
13:51 - Treatment Paradigms
22:48 - Comparing Traditional Treatments vs. Embolization
26:39 - An Orthopedic Surgeon’s Perspective on Embolization for Frozen Shoulder
35:36 - Surgical Options and When to Consider Them
37:55 - Final Thoughts

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RESOURCES

Dr. Sameer Nagda, MD
https://www.sameernagdamd.com/sameer-nagda-md-sports-medicine-specialist-arlington-va.html

Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder
https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/abstract/2011/09000/adhesive_capsulitis_of_the_shoulder.4.aspx

Treatment of Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder
https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/abstract/2019/06150/treatment_of_adhesive_capsulitis_of_the_shoulder.3.aspx