Comparing two treatments for frozen shoulder
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests whether stretching the joint capsule or injecting a steroid works better for frozen shoulder. It could help people with shoulder pain and stiffness that limits movement.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
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 cannot rotate your arm outward as far as normal on the affected side.
- You have been diagnosed with frozen shoulder and have had normal shoulder X-rays.
- You are willing to sign a consent form.
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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