Frozen Shoulder Treatment and Therapy in Norwich, Norfolk

Is shoulder pain stopping you from sleeping, dressing, driving or carrying out everyday tasks? You do not have to live with restricted movement and ongoing discomfort.

At The Practice, we provide specialist assessment and treatment for frozen shoulder and other shoulder conditions. Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, causes pain, stiffness and reduced movement as the tissues around the joint become inflamed and tighten. Our experienced team will identify the exact cause of your shoulder pain and create a clear, personalised treatment plan to reduce pain, restore movement and support long term recovery.

If your shoulder pain is affecting your quality of life, get in touch today or book an appointment online to start your recovery journey.

Frozen Shoulder

I have a life again

Been seeing Rachel for a few months now, before I started treatment I was in so much pain after work I’d cry at the thought of getting out the car and putting pressure on my feet, sometimes sleep in the car so I didn’t have to get out… But after seeing Rachel I have a life again and sometimes forget I even have foot problems.

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Frozen Shoulder

Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

  • Frozen Shoulder – Stiffness and severe pain caused by inflammation and tightening of the shoulder capsule, often limiting everyday movement.

  • Impingement Syndrome – Occurs when shoulder tendons are compressed during movement, leading to pain when lifting or reaching.

  • Rotator Cuff Strains or Tears – Damage to the stabilising shoulder muscles, commonly causing weakness, pain and reduced range of motion.

  • Arthritic Shoulder Conditions – Wear and tear within the joint that can result in persistent pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.

Many shoulder conditions share similar symptoms, which is why accurate diagnosis is essential. At The Practice, we assess your shoulder carefully to identify the true cause and guide the most effective treatment plan.

Alongside established treatment pathways, we use the Neil Asher technique for frozen shoulder. This non-invasive approach reduces pain and improves movement without forcing the joint. Clinical studies, including research at Addenbrooks Hospital, have shown an 85% success rate in reducing pain and restoring function.

Your Treatment Path

Below you can find information about our treatment pricing and packages. For more information of what is included, please visit our pricing page.

Initial Consultation

Start your recovery properly with a 45-minute assessment and first treatment.

Senior Practitioner

£89.00

Advanced Shockwave therapy available if required for an additional £20.00

Clinical Director

£115.00

Advanced Shockwave and EMTT® included as standard.

Initial consultation includes full assessment, diagnosis, first treatment, and a personalised recovery plan.

Note – you will need an initital consultation if this is your first visit to The Practice.

After your initial consultation, our range of packages focus on results, treating the cause, using the right tools and combining therapies for full-circle care.

4 Session Package

Our most popular option.

£340.00

Includes:

  • All practitioners, including Clinical Director.

  • All treatments and services.

  • Advanced Shockwave and EMTT® included as standard.

  • Hands-on treatment and guided rehab.

  • A structured recovery pathway.

Designed for faster, more complete recovery through our full circle healthcare approach.

6 Session Package

Best value treatment plan.

£490.00

Includes:

  • All practitioners, including Clinical Director.

  • All treatments and services.

  • Shockwave and EMTT at no extra cost.

  • Hands-on treatment and guided rehab.

  • A structured recovery pathway.

Designed for faster, more complete recovery through our full circle healthcare approach.

Pay As You Go

Flexible, 30 minute, pay per session.

Senior Practitioner

£69.00

Advanced Shockwave therapy available if required for an additional £20.00.

Clinical Director

£99.00

Advanced Shockwave and EMTT® included as standard.

Best for minor issues, one-off visits, or maintenance care.

How We Treat Shoulder Pain and Frozen Shoulder

Our experienced practitioners take a clear, structured approach to shoulder pain, with a focus on accurate diagnosis and effective recovery.

At The Practice, every shoulder condition starts with a detailed assessment to identify the true cause of your pain, as many shoulder issues can feel similar. If frozen shoulder is diagnosed, we explain the most suitable treatment pathways and create a personalised plan to reduce pain, restore movement and support long term recovery. Treatment may include osteopathy, clinical acupuncture, shockwave therapy or EMTT, depending on what is right for you. We track your progress at each visit and guide you through the correct exercises for your stage of recovery. You can book an appointment online at a time that suits you.

Osteopathy
Osteopathy

Osteopathy

Specialist osteopathy in Norwich for pain relief and recovery

Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave Therapy

Advanced shockwave therapy in Norwich for fast, effective relief

Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy (EMTT®)
Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy (EMTT®)

EMTT® Therapy

Cutting edge EMTT treatment in Norwich for pain and injury

Clinical Acupuncture
Clinical Acupuncture

Clinical Acupuncture

Clinical acupuncture in Norwich to ease pain and reduce tension

Need Advice About Your Pain or Injury?

Our experienced team can help you recover quickly and get back to enjoying life. Book an appointment today or get in touch to discuss your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Frozen shoulder means your shoulder is painful and stiff for months, sometimes years.

Frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis is a debilitating condition which can come on for little or no reason. The shoulder joint stiffens and becomes extremely painful. It affects between 2 and 5 % of the population. It tends to affect people mostly between the ages of 40 and 60. About 12% of people will have it in both shoulders. It is more likely to occur if you are diabetic and can sometimes occur after surgical treatment for breast cancer.

Phase 1
The freezing stage which is very painful both in the day and at night time therefore disturbing sleep. Pain can be deep in the shoulder or on the outer arm and often there is a catching sensation on certain movements. Alongside the pain the shoulder becomes stiffer. This may last from 3 to 8 months.

Phase 2
The frozen stage where the pain is still present but usually a little less intense but the shoulder is now very restricted. So much so that personal hygiene and hair care can become a real chore. This stage may last from 4 to 12 months.

Phase 3
The thawing stage when movement is regained although not always to its previous level and the pain is diminished. This may last from 4 to 12 months.

Our shoulder joints rely on smooth co-ordinated movements between several muscle groups. With a frozen shoulder there is a mass of inflammation in the joint capsule and around the biceps tendon. This technique ‘fools’ the body/brain into healing itself by addressing the two main components of the problem – pain and stiffness.

Initially the technique aims to significantly reduce the pain, by treating the swelling around various shoulder tendons (especially the biceps tendon).

Following this, the technique moves on to improve the range of shoulder motion by stimulating a unique sequence of reflexes hidden within the muscles. By using a series of massage and joint movements that trigger reflex responses in a specific order to give the brain feedback to reset the signals to the shoulder muscles to allow them to co-ordinate and function more normally again.

Conventional treatment is usually anti inflammatories, physical therapy to decrease muscle spasm and trying to push the shoulder into a greater range of movement. The next step is cortisone injections and if this fails in persistent cases manipulation under anesthetic may be suggested. This is not always successful and is usually a last resort.

We do not force the arm; instead you keep it still whilst we apply the pressure, our treatment can still be painful, especially in the early freezing phase, but it is no worse than the pain of the frozen shoulder. Depending how long you have had the problem and which phase you are in, results can be seen in as few as 4 sessions (range 4 –13). The results can be dramatic and fast and the method is ‘totally natural’.

We believe it should be the first line of treatment before injections and or surgery.