Gentle therapy for frozen shoulder: comparing two approaches
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of gentle, hands-on physical therapy (Mulligan mobilization with or without the Niel Asher technique) for treating frozen shoulder. It aims to find which approach reduces pain and improves movement better.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 60 years old.
- You have stage 2 frozen shoulder (called adhesive capsulitis) with a specific pattern of stiffness.
- Your shoulder pain is 7 or less on a 0-to-10 scale.
- You are willing to do the exercises and treatments.
Quick eligibility check
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