Shoulder hand syndrome

Abstract

The syndrome is of interest to the doctor, satisfying to the therapist to treat, but a painful disability to the patient, who can be helped by early diagnosis and treatment. A stiff shoulder and hand pain are the symptoms; the importance of shoulder and hand mobilizing excercise should continually be stressed, and an optimistic approach is safe, although prognosis naturally depends upon the causative factor. Adequate follow up until the patient has achieved a maximum range of joint movement is necessary and further follow up to ensure that no relapse has occurred.