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Frozen Shoulder Self-Assessment

A brief assessment to identify which phase you are in, what is driving it, and what the research says about speeding recovery.

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Understanding Your Frozen Shoulder

A brief assessment to identify which phase you are in, what is driving it, and what the research says about speeding recovery.

Your severity level — mild, moderate, or significant
What’s driving YOUR frozen shoulder specifically
A personalized next step from Dr. Wellls

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This is not a clinical assessment. For medical concerns, consult a healthcare provider.

About This Assessment

Informed by 2024 immunometabolic reclassification of adhesive capsulitis and estrogen receptor capsular research

This is a self-assessment tool, not a diagnosis. Frozen shoulder can coexist with rotator cuff tears, calcific tendinitis, and other conditions. If you have not had imaging, consult a healthcare provider for differential diagnosis.

Understanding Your Score

Early-Stage Shoulder Restriction(Score 1-3)

Your shoulder is showing early signs of adhesive capsulitis. You may be in the early freezing phase or experiencing a milder form. This is genuinely the best time to intervene. Corticosteroid injectio

Active Capsular Restriction(Score 4-6)

Your frozen shoulder is significantly restricting your life. Whether you are in the freezing or frozen phase, the capsule has contracted enough to affect dressing, sleeping, working, and exercising. T

Severe Capsular Restriction(Score 7-10)

Your frozen shoulder has substantially taken over daily life. Sleep is disrupted, independence is compromised, and the frustration runs deep. You are living with a condition that the medical system st

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this frozen shoulder quiz measure?

This frozen shoulder quiz uses 6 evidence-based questions to assess the severity and impact of frozen shoulder on your daily life. It evaluates multiple dimensions including symptom frequency, intensity, and how they affect your wellbeing.

How accurate is this frozen shoulder quiz?

This screening tool is based on peer-reviewed research and clinical frameworks. While it provides a reliable indication of severity, it is not a diagnostic tool. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified healthcare provider.

Is this a medical diagnosis?

No. This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It provides an indication of frozen shoulder severity that you can discuss with your healthcare provider. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified medical professional. You can bring your results to your next doctor visit as a conversation starter.

How long does this frozen shoulder quiz take?

This assessment takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. It contains 6 evidence-based questions. Your results are immediate, private, and include personalized recommendations.

What should I do with my results?

Your results include a severity score and personalized recommendations. We suggest: (1) reviewing your score and what it means, (2) reading our in-depth article about frozen shoulder at wellls.com/problems/frozen-shoulder, (3) discussing your results with a healthcare provider, and (4) exploring our evidence-based lifestyle medicine recommendations for managing frozen shoulder.

Read the full frozen shoulder article

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This self-assessment is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions about a medical condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line).