It seems that your father is having initial phase of frozen shoulder .Don't wast much time go to a physiotherapist. They may first find the cause of problem and give little manual therapy and some instruments which increase blood circulation and reduce pain.Slowly in next few sittings physio may start some exercises.Eventually and slowly your father will feel better! Don't worry .He may need 15 day to 30 days regular physiotherapy sessions.
Next Steps
find a good physiotherapist
Health Tips
Do hot fomentation and apply dynapar qps plus spray .
Do shoulder sonography.