Laser vs. muscle stretching for diabetic frozen shoulder
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments—low-level laser therapy and a gentle muscle stretching technique—to see which works better for shoulder stiffness caused by diabetes. It's for people with type 2 diabetes who have had frozen shoulder for at least 3 months.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 65 years old
- You have type 2 diabetes
- You have had frozen shoulder (stiff, painful shoulder) for at least 3 months
- Your shoulder movement is limited in 3 or more directions
- You have not had a shoulder injury, surgery, or a steroid shot in the last 3 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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