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NCT Number: NCT06739824

Comparison of Spencer Technique and Conventional Treatment in Adjuncts to Corticosteroid Injection in Frozen Shoulder

This study will compare the effectiveness of the Spencer Technique combined with intra-articular injection versus conventional therapy combined with intra-articular injection in managing frozen shoulder. The research problem addresses the need for optimal therapeutic approaches to improve pain relief, range of motion, and functional recovery in patients with frozen shoulder.

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Key information

Conditions

Frozen Shoulder Bursitis Joint Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases

Age range

30 year–60 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

New Haider Hospital/THQ Muridke

Sheikhupura, Punjab Province, Pakistan

About this study

Utilizing a randomized controlled trial, the study will recruit 100 participants, divided into two groups: Group A receiving the Spencer Technique with intra-articular injection and Group B receiving conventional therapy with intra-articular injection. Outcome measures will include pain levels, range of motion, shoulder functional status and patient satisfaction, assessed through validated tools. The significance of this study lies in its potential to provide robust comparative data to guide clinical decisions and enhance patient outcomes, particularly in populations with a high prevalence of diabetes

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • 30 years 60 years old.
  • Diagnosed with unilateral adhesive capsulitis presenting symptoms of pain.
  • restricted range of motion of frozen shoulder Stage 2 and 3

Exclusion criteria

  • Rotator cuff injury
  • Long-term Systemic Corticosteroid use
  • Previous Ipsilateral shoulder CSI within 12 months.

Treatment and study plan

Conventional Treatment(CI)

Diagnostic Test

Patients receive a corticosteroid injection followed by conventional treatment, such as standard physical therapy exercises focused on range of motion and strengthening, without the specific manual techniques of the Spencer method.

Spencer Technique (CI)

Combination Product

Patients receive a corticosteroid injection followed by the Spencer technique, which involves a series of specific manual mobilization maneuvers aimed at improving shoulder mobility and reducing pain.

Primary outcomes

  1. Functional Shoulder Scale

    Time frame: 12 Months

    This tool includes a pain scale with a score of 1 to 10 and daily activity scales, including 10 activities. Each activity has a score of 1 to 10.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Superior University

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2025
First posted
Dec 18, 2024
Registry last updated
Dec 18, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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