Therapy for shoulder impingement pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests two hands-on treatments for shoulder pain from impingement. It aims to see if combining them helps reduce pain and improve movement better than usual care.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 55 years old
- You have had shoulder pain for at least one month
- Your doctor has confirmed shoulder impingement with specific tests (Neer and Hawkins tests)
- You have not had shoulder surgery, fractures, or dislocations
- You do not have a frozen shoulder or rotator cuff tear
- You are not taking corticosteroids or strong painkillers for this condition
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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