Purpose: To review the scientific research about the incorporation and efficiency of the different kinesitherapy procedures for patients with frozen shoulder. To make conclusions and suggest a proper therapeutic approach.
Materials and Methods: All available sources, including literature and internet database have been examined. The latest scientific research articles have been represented in brief and summarized at the end.
Results: According to the majority of the authors the kinesitherapy is a major method of conservative treatment that is recommended to be used in both primary and secondary care.
Conclusion: The low cost of the method together with the good clinical results are arguments in favour of the mass incorporation of the kinesitherapy in both primary and secondary care.
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