• Shaw T
• Carter S
• Frazier, C

• Adult
• Bursitis
• Core Stability
• Male
• Open Access Document
• Range of Motion, Articular
• Shoulder / rehabilitation
• Shoulder Joint
• Shoulder Pain / therapy

Objective: To report the case of a 53-year-old male post-Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management (CAM) surgery for adhesive capsulitis and describe the rehabilitation process, including all phases of rehabilitation. 

Clinical Features: A 53-year-old male presented to the clinic with visible bruising on the left medial humerus. MRI before the CAM procedure revealed severe degeneration and evidence of a previous labral repair. Positive examination findings included significantly reduced range of motion (ROM) in all planes and pain with specific movements. 

Intervention and Outcome: The initial treatment, post-surgical clearance, involved passive range of motion (ROM) exercises, pendulum swings, chiropractic adjustments, and manual therapy. Subsequent sessions incorporated active ROM exercises, core stability training, and neuromuscular exercises. ROM improved progressively, enabling the patient to lift his arm unassisted. Pain decreased significantly, and functional activities improved. 

Conclusion: This case demonstrates the successful post-surgical rehabilitation of adhesive capsulitis using a multimodal approach, including chiropractic adjustments, targeted exercises, and manual therapy. 

Key Indexing Terms: Adhesive Capsulitis; Chiropractic Adjustment; Rehabilitation; Core Stability; Shoulder Exercises; Reactive Neuromuscular Training

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