Serving Orange at our Shelton office
Frozen Shoulder Treatment
Near Orange, CT
Discuss persistent shoulder stiffness and loss of motion at an evaluation. At your first visit in Shelton, Dr. Dalfino will review your symptoms and discuss which treatment options may fit your findings.
The $99 new patient visit includes a consultation, a focused exam, a review of your findings, and a first treatment when clinically appropriate.
Understanding your symptoms
Look at how shoulder motion has changed
Describe when everyday tasks like fastening a seat belt or reaching behind your back became harder. Mention any injury or procedure around that time.
Our approach
Start with what you want to get back to
Bring any previous shoulder diagnosis or treatment summary. Pick one motion you want to regain and ask how the visit can help identify a starting point.
Why are we different?
Track how your shoulder motion has changed
Think about when it first became harder to put on a coat, reach a back pocket or fasten a seat belt. Describe whether the limitation has gradually changed or followed an injury or procedure.
When an evaluation may make sense
What to bring to your Shelton appointment
A symptom timeline
Think about when it first became harder to put on a coat, reach a back pocket or fasten a seat belt. Describe whether the limitation has gradually changed or followed an injury or procedure.
Any reports you already have
Bring relevant imaging or exam reports if you have them.
Your priorities
Think about which daily activities you most want to get back to.
Inside our Shelton office
Non-surgical treatment on CT Style
Dr. Dalfino discusses the clinic’s approach to non-surgical treatment on WTNH News 8.
Meet Dr. James J. Dalfino
More than 25 years evaluating pain.
Dr. Dalfino has spent more than 25 years working with patients experiencing chronic pain and musculoskeletal problems. His technology-focused approach begins with determining what may be contributing to the problem before recommending treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Frozen Shoulder questions
When to seek prompt medical attention
Do not assume sudden shoulder pain after an injury is frozen shoulder. Prompt assessment is important for major weakness, deformity, or a red, hot joint with fever. Chest pressure or breathlessness with shoulder pain warrants emergency care.
Is every stiff shoulder frozen shoulder?
No. Other joint and tendon problems can restrict movement. An examination helps determine what is causing the stiffness.
How long does frozen shoulder last?
Recovery is often gradual and may take months to years. There is no single timeline or guaranteed number of visits.
Should I force my shoulder through painful movements?
Discuss an appropriate movement plan with your clinician. Exercise intensity and range should be tailored to your symptoms rather than forcing painful stretches.
Patient education sources
General educational resources. These organizations do not endorse this practice or its services. Individual recommendations require an examination.
Directions
Getting to our Shelton office from Orange
Our Shelton office is about 5.6 miles from central Orange in a straight line. Use the directions below for driving mileage and travel time from your address.
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