Nerve gliding and stretching for frozen shoulder
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two physical therapy techniques—nerve gliding and stretching the shoulder joint capsule—to see which works better for reducing pain and improving movement in people with frozen shoulder. If you have this condition, the treatment may help you regain motion and ease discomfort.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 70 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with stage 2 or 3 frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis).
- For at least 3 months, you've had pain and your shoulder movement (especially rotating or lifting your arm) has been reduced by more than half compared with the other side.
- You do not have diabetes, stroke, Parkinson's disease, a shoulder injury from trauma, shoulder arthritis, or have had previous shoulder surgery or manipulation under anesthesia.
Quick eligibility check
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