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What you need to know • Consider the diagnosis in patients with pain and limitation of passive external rotation of the shoulder• There is insufficient evidence to reliably recommend a treatment approach.Moderate evidence supports corticosteroid injection or hydrodilatation; and physiotherapy in reduction of pain and stiffness• Consider specialist referral if the patient does not respond to conservative treatment or if the diagnosis is in doubt
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