Adhesive capsulitis stage 4 features which combination?

Adhesive capsulitis stage 4 features which combination?

• A. Pain decreases, ROM improves
• B. Thawing stage lasting 15-24 months with pain lessening and stiffness remaining
• C. Inflammatory peak stage with severe pain
• D. Rapid resolution within weeks

Answer: (B)

The final phase of adhesive capsulitis is the thawing stage, where pain gradually decreases but stiffness remains and ROM improves only slowly. This phase often lasts a long time, typically roughly 15–24 months, during which most pain subsides while the capsule remains relatively tight, so full ROM recovery is gradual. In other words, you see less pain but persistent tightness, with a very extended period of gradual improvement. This distinguishes it from the earlier painful/inflammatory stage (marked by severe pain and high inflammation) or from rapid, near-complete recovery.

The final phase of adhesive capsulitis is the thawing stage, where pain gradually decreases but stiffness remains and ROM improves only slowly. This phase often lasts a long time, typically roughly 15–24 months, during which most pain subsides while the capsule remains relatively tight, so full ROM recovery is gradual. In other words, you see less pain but persistent tightness, with a very extended period of gradual improvement. This distinguishes it from the earlier painful/inflammatory stage (marked by severe pain and high inflammation) or from rapid, near-complete recovery.