Comparing Two Shoulder Treatments for Throwing Athletes
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two different treatments for a specific shoulder condition called GIRD (a type of shoulder tightness) that affects throwing athletes like cricketers. The goal is to find which treatment works better to improve shoulder function and reduce pain.
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Who can take part
- You are an athlete, particularly one who throws overhead (like a cricketer)
- You have a positive GIRD test (your doctor has confirmed you have this shoulder tightness condition)
- You are between 22 and 40 years old
- You have not had shoulder surgery before
- You have not had a recent shoulder fracture or injury in the last 6 months
- You do not have osteoarthritis or nerve damage in your shoulder
Quick eligibility check
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