Can sustained-release ibuprofen capsules treat periarthritis of the shoulder?

As a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), ibuprofen sustained-release capsules primarily relieve mild to moderate pain, swelling, and inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of inflammatory mediators in the body. For shoulder periarthritis, a condition mainly characterized by pain around the shoulder joint and restricted movement, ibuprofen sustained-release capsules can effectively reduce patients' perception of pain and help alleviate joint discomfort caused by inflammation, thereby improving patients' quality of life. However, it cannot directly address the underlying causes of shoulder periarthritis, such as muscle adhesion and joint capsule contracture, and must be used in combination with comprehensive measures including physical therapy and functional exercises. Therefore, ibuprofen sustained-release capsules can serve as an adjunctive medication in the treatment of shoulder periarthritis, but should be used under a physician's guidance while closely monitoring for potential side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort.