Vol. 5, Issue 9, Part E (2019)

Abstract
Joints pain is more common problem among older age peoples, generally known as arthritis. The term arthritis refers to more than 100 diseases and conditions affecting the joints. Pain is the most prominent symptom in most people with arthritis. Pains are associated with various factors, such as; metabolic disorders (Gout, adhesive capsulitis), immunological (Rheumatoid, psoriatic arthritis), age related (Osteoarthritis), lifestyle (Gout, osteoarthritis, cervical spondylitis), occupational (Sciatica, lower back pain), infectious (Syphilitic, tubercular arthritis). One out of such condition frequently observed among elderly peoples known as adhesive capsulitis. Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen shoulder syndrome), is a condition characterized by limitation of motion of the shoulder joint with pain at the extremes of motion.