Treating Frozen Shoulder: Massage Therapy for Frozen Shoulder
5 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with Maureen Abson, LMT
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, can be a painful and limiting condition that affects shoulder movement, daily function, sleep, and quality of life.
Treating Frozen Shoulder: Massage Therapy for Frozen Shoulder provides a practical specialization course for massage therapists and rehabilitation professionals who want to better understand and support clients through the freezing, frozen, and thawing phases of frozen shoulder.
Presented by Maureen Abson, LMT, this course combines theoretical understanding with studio-filmed practical demonstrations to help therapists adapt massage techniques safely and effectively for clients affected by frozen shoulder.
Course Overview
Across this 5-hour CE/CPD course, participants will explore the pathology, symptoms, progression, and treatment considerations associated with frozen shoulder.
The course explains how frozen shoulder may present during different stages and why massage therapy must be adapted according to client comfort, pain levels, range of motion, irritability, and recovery phase.
Participants will learn a range of targeted massage techniques designed to help alleviate pain, support movement, improve range of motion, and assist recovery within appropriate professional scope.
Supported by studio-filmed video lessons, a fully illustrated course workbook, companion course, lesson quizzes, online exam, certificate of completion, subtitles, and lifetime access, this course provides a structured learning pathway for practitioners working with clients affected by frozen shoulder.
What You Will Learn
Topic Focus Frozen Shoulder Pathology Understanding adhesive capsulitis, symptoms, progression, and clinical presentation Phases of Frozen Shoulder Recognising the freezing, frozen, and thawing stages and their treatment implications Massage Treatment Adaptation Tailoring massage techniques according to pain, irritability, range of motion, and recovery phase Pain and Movement Support Using massage approaches to support comfort, movement quality, and function Range of Motion Considerations Understanding how massage may support mobility and recovery within safe limits Professional Treatment Planning Applying clinical reasoning to client-centred treatment plans for frozen shoulderCourse Content
The course combines frozen shoulder education, stage-based treatment reasoning, massage therapy techniques, video demonstrations, workbook-supported learning, and practical clinical application.
Module Focus Understanding Frozen Shoulder Pathology, symptoms, progression, and common functional limitations The Freezing Phase Pain-dominant presentations, client comfort, treatment caution, and symptom management The Frozen Phase Movement restriction, treatment adaptation, and safe support for functional range The Thawing Phase Recovery-focused massage strategies, mobility support, and gradual functional improvement Practical Massage Techniques Studio-filmed demonstrations of targeted massage approaches for frozen shoulder Treatment Integration Using theoretical knowledge and practical skills to support client-centred outcomesWho This Course Is For
This course is suitable for rehabilitation professionals, massage therapists, manual therapists, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, athletic trainers, and nurses.
It is especially valuable for practitioners working with shoulder pain, restricted shoulder mobility, adhesive capsulitis, postural compensation, upper quadrant dysfunction, or clients recovering through the different phases of frozen shoulder.
About Maureen Abson
Maureen Abson, LMT, is an experienced massage therapist, educator, and author known for her practical, clear, and client-centred teaching style.
Her work focuses on helping therapists develop confidence, precision, and clinical reasoning in hands-on treatment, with a strong emphasis on adapting massage therapy to the needs of each individual client.
In this course, Maureen guides students through a practical approach to massage therapy for frozen shoulder, helping practitioners understand how to work safely and effectively through each stage of the condition.
Included With This Course
Included Details Studio-Filmed Video Classes Two hours of video classes presented by Maureen Abson, LMT Fully Illustrated Course Workbook Supporting workbook covering frozen shoulder theory, treatment reasoning, and practical application Companion Course Structured companion learning designed to reinforce and deepen course understanding Lesson Quizzes Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course Online Exam Assessment included for course completion Certificate 5 Hours CE/CPD following successful completion Lifetime Access Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required Subtitles English, French, German, and Spanish subtitles included .nat-ce{margin:50px 0;padding:36px 0 20px;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#222}.nat-ce h2{margin:0 0 10px;color:#c3283d;font-size:30px}.nat-ce p{margin:0 0 18px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;color:#545454}.nat-ce-info{margin-bottom:24px;padding:16px 18px;background:#fafafa;border-left:4px solid #c3283d}.nat-ce-cue{margin:0 0 16px;text-align:left;color:#222;font-size:14px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:.03em;text-transform:uppercase}.nat-ce-row{display:flex;gap:14px;overflow-x:auto;padding:4px 20px 20px 0;scroll-snap-type:x proximity}.nat-ce-card{scroll-snap-align:start;flex:0 0 min(245px,76vw);max-width:min(245px,76vw);border:1px solid #e5e5e5;background:#fff;box-sizing:border-box}.nat-ce-board{height:86px;padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;background:#f7f7f7;color:#222;font-size:13px;font-weight:bold;line-height:1.35;display:flex;align-items:center;box-sizing:border-box}.nat-ce-hours{padding:12px 14px 14px;color:#545454;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5}.nat-ce-hours strong{display:block;margin-top:3px;color:#c3283d;font-size:26px;line-height:1}.nat-ce-note{margin:18px 0 0!important;font-size:13px!important;line-height:1.7!important;color:#666!important}CE Finder
This course has been approved for continuing education by numerous professional boards and associations worldwide. Scroll sideways to find your board or association.
Course: Treating Frozen Shoulder (Massage Therapy)Approvals Listed: 51
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5 Alaska Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
5 Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Arkansas Board of Massage Approved Hours
5 Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) Approved Hours
5 Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Approved Hours
5 Canadian Athletic Trainers Association (CATA) Approved Hours
2 Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) Approved Hours
2.5 CEU/CPD Self-Cert Approved Hours
5 College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC) Approved Hours
5 College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB) Approved Hours
5 College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador (CMTNL) Approved Hours
2.5 College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) Approved Hours
5 College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) Approved Hours
5 Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Deleware Board of Massage and Bodywork Approved Hours
5 Distrcit of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Georgia Board of Massage Therapy *General* Approved Hours
5 Georgia Board of Nursing *General* Approved Hours
5 Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
5 Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Iowa Board of Chiropractic Approved Hours
5 Iowa Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
5 Maine Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners Approved Hours
5 Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) Approved Hours
5 Massage Therapy Assc of Manitoba (MTAM) Approved Hours
5 Massage Therapy Assc of Saskatchewan (MTAS) Approved Hours
5 Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy (MSBMT) Approved Hours
5 Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage Approved Hours
5 Montana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Approved Hours
5 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Approved Hours
5 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - New York (NCBTMB-NY) Approved Hours
5 Nebraska Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
5 Nevada Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
5 New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
5 New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
5 North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
5 North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Ohio Chiropractic Board Approved Hours
5 Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
5 Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
5 Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA) Approved Hours
5 Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO) Approved Hours
5 South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Approved Hours
5 South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
5 Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure Approved Hours
5 Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours
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Treating Frozen Shoulder (Massage Therapy)
Professional Reviews & Feedback
The reviews below represent feedback provided by students and practitioners through Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me.
★★★★★ 4.6 average rating across reviews collected via Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me“Maureen Abson presents frozen shoulder in a way that is practical, realistic, and immediately useful in clinical practice.”
Joanne M., LMT“The explanation of the freezing, frozen, and thawing stages helped me understand why treatment goals need to change over time.”
Gareth R., PT“I appreciated the emphasis on working with the condition rather than trying to force movement.”
Melanie V., RMT“The treatment demonstrations were excellent and reflected the realities of working with painful, restricted shoulders.”
Darren J., Sports Therapist“This course gave me much more confidence treating clients with adhesive capsulitis.”
Sarah K., Massage Therapist“Maureen’s experience really shines through. The advice feels grounded in years of clinical practice.”
Nathan E., Manual Therapist“The course helped me better understand what clients can realistically expect during each stage of recovery.”
Anika P., LMT“I found the discussions around pain management and maintaining function particularly useful.”
Tyler S., PTA“A thoughtful course that balances anatomy, pathology, and hands-on treatment very well.”
Rachel T., RMT“The demonstrations showed exactly how to adapt pressure and technique for clients experiencing significant discomfort.”
Dennis C., DC“This course helped me move beyond generic shoulder treatments and take a more condition-specific approach.”
Lorraine L., Massage Therapist“The explanation of shoulder mechanics and compensatory movement patterns was particularly valuable.”
Shane H., ATC“I appreciated the realistic treatment expectations. The course avoids promising quick fixes and focuses on supporting recovery.”
Monica B., LMT“The combination of massage techniques, stretching considerations, and clinical reasoning made this a very complete course.”
Callum F., Sports Therapist“The course improved how I assess shoulder presentations and distinguish frozen shoulder from other conditions.”
Jasmine D., RMT“Maureen explains difficult concepts clearly and always keeps the focus on practical application.”
Henrik W., OT“A highly useful course for therapists who regularly work with shoulder pain and mobility restrictions.”
Brooke A., Manual Therapist“The treatment sequencing and progression ideas gave me several new approaches for managing these clients.”
Leila G., LMT“The material was professional, practical, and immediately relevant to clinical work.”
Marek G., Massage Therapist“An excellent course that combines anatomy, pathology, and hands-on treatment into a clear framework for managing frozen shoulder.”
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