"Elderly Woman Recovers from Frozen Shoulder with Homeopathy"
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint, which often leads to restricted movement. It typically develops gradually and can significantly impact daily activities, making it difficult for individuals to move their arm. This condition can affect one or both shoulders and is more common in individuals over the age of 40, particularly in women.
Case Study
A 68-year-old patient (Patient ID: 53489) approached Life Force Homeopathy''s Jayanagar branch on January 12, 2024, for persistent and debilitating shoulder pain that had lasted for approximately one year. She had been experiencing severe stiffness and restricted motion in her right shoulder, making it challenging to perform daily tasks, such as brushing her hair, dressing, and even lifting small objects. The patient had visited several orthopedic specialists, who diagnosed her with a frozen shoulder and recommended physical therapy and painkillers as the primary treatment. Despite adhering to the prescribed regimen, she noticed slight improvement and began to lose hope.
Her pain worsened when lying on the affected side and upon lifting her arm. She was irritated and frustrated due to the significant impact on her quality of life.
A detailed case history was taken, considering both her physical symptoms and emotional and psychological state.
Physical Generals:
The patient was a pure vegetarian with an average appetite. She had a low thirst drive and drank only 1.5 liters of water daily. Her perspiration was average, and she was intolerant to extreme cold. Her bowel movements were satisfactory, and there were no urinary issues. She had gone through menopause 20 years ago. She enjoyed sound sleep and preferred lying on her right side, although this aggravated her symptoms.
Mental Generals:
The patient had a happy childhood and a supportive family. Her marital life was also satisfactory. She was a mild, gentle lady with a calm and composed nature. She enjoyed cooking and gardening, though she was reserved and did not enjoy social gatherings. She preferred not to share her personal feelings or worries with others. Six years ago, she went through a period of grief following the death of her husband. During that time, she experienced considerable emotional pain and depression, which took her a long time to overcome.
Her intellectual sphere was also analyzed, revealing that her memory, logic, intelligence, and perception were all in good condition.
Treatment Approach:
Her case was considered holistically, both physically and emotionally. Remedies were selected by Dr. Shah after a thorough evaluation of the case.
Follow-ups:
First Follow-up:
On March 17, 2024, the patient reported that her shoulder pain had, in fact, increased rather than decreased, despite the treatment. The pain worsened with pressure and when lifting her arm. Dr. Shah revised the medicines and sent the updated prescription to her.
Second Follow-up:
During her second follow-up on June 2, 2024, the patient still didn''t notice significant improvement. The pain continued to bother her, and there was little change compared to the previous visit.
Subsequent follow-ups showed minimal noticeable progress. The patient was instructed to perform specific shoulder pain exercises, and her prescription was frequently revised to improve the condition.
By September 24, 2024, the patient reported a 50% improvement in her condition. This brought her some confidence in her recovery. She diligently followed the exercises suggested to her.
By December 11, 2024, the patient reported an 80% improvement in her condition.
By March 4, 2025, the patient was fully recovered with no symptoms remaining. She expressed her immense gratitude to Dr. Shah and the entire Life Force team for the remarkable results.
Conclusion
This case demonstrates the potential of homeopathy to provide lasting relief from chronic musculoskeletal conditions like a frozen shoulder, where conventional treatments offered limited relief. The personalized approach, considering both physical and emotional symptoms in selecting remedies, allowed for a comprehensive treatment that not only alleviated the pain and stiffness but also addressed the root cause of her discomfort.