Electroacupuncture and cupping for shoulder tendon pain
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether electroacupuncture (needles with gentle electrical stimulation) and cupping (suction therapy) can reduce shoulder pain from tendon inflammation. You'll receive these traditional treatments if your shoulder pain is moderate and caused by tendon injury rather than other conditions.
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Who can take part
- Between 18 and 70 years old
- Shoulder pain rated 4–7 on a 0–10 pain scale
- Diagnosed rotator cuff or biceps tendon inflammation (confirmed by ultrasound showing tendon changes)
- Pain that gets worse when you move your arm up or out, or during specific arm-strength tests
- No major shoulder weakness or paralysis
- Willing to stop painkillers and muscle relaxants for at least 1 week before starting
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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