Shoulder pain relief: trigger point release vs. Neil Asher technique
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This study compares two hands-on treatments for shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff syndrome. It aims to see which method works better for reducing pain and improving shoulder function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 60 years old.
- You have shoulder pain that has been diagnosed as rotator cuff syndrome (grade 1 or 2, not requiring surgery).
- Your doctor confirmed the diagnosis with specific shoulder tests (Neer's and Hawkins-Kennedy tests).
- You do not have heart problems like a recent heart attack.
- You are not pregnant and have not had shoulder surgery or steroid injections for this problem.
- You do not have fibromyalgia or numbness/tingling in your arm.
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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