Chest muscle exercises for frozen shoulder pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific exercises for a small chest muscle called the pectoralis minor can reduce shoulder pain, improve shoulder blade movement, and help you breathe more fully. If you have frozen shoulder and are in the recovery phase, these exercises might help you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 70 years old
- You have been diagnosed with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) and are in the 'thawing' stage of recovery
- Your shoulder blade moves abnormally when you lift your arm (scapular dyskinesis)
- You have reduced ability to expand your chest when breathing
- You do not have other serious shoulder injuries such as a torn rotator cuff, labral tear, or shoulder arthritis
Quick eligibility check
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