Stretching versus steroid injection for frozen shoulder
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial compares two treatments for frozen shoulder: a procedure that stretches the shoulder joint with fluid, and a steroid injection. Both aim to reduce pain and improve movement, and participation could help determine which works better for you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have shoulder pain rated at least 40 out of 100 on a pain scale.
- You have limited ability to rotate your arm outward compared to the other side.
- You have been diagnosed with frozen shoulder, and your shoulder X-ray is normal.
- You have not had shoulder surgery, a rotator cuff tear, or certain other shoulder conditions.
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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