Comparing treatments for early frozen shoulder
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to treat early frozen shoulder (also called adhesive capsulitis): manual release by a therapist versus a home exercise program. It is for people who have had symptoms for 3 months or less and have not had shoulder surgery before.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 80 years old.
- You have had shoulder stiffness and limited movement for 3 months or less.
- The problem is only in one shoulder and is not due to another shoulder disease.
- You can bend your arm forward less than half as far as your good shoulder.
- You have not had shoulder surgery before, and you do not have serious health conditions like heart disease, cancer, or HIV.
Quick eligibility check
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