Ultrasound-guided therapy for shoulder tendon pain
This study tests a new exercise treatment that uses a special band to improve blood flow while doing shoulder exercises, aiming to reduce pain and improve function in people with shoulder tendonitis. It also uses ultrasound to see how the tendon changes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 60 years old and have pain in one shoulder.
- Your shoulder pain started within the last 3 months and is rated 5 or higher on a 0–10 pain scale.
- You have at least two positive shoulder tests, such as pain when raising your arm or lifting it to the side.
- You have not had any physical therapy or exercise treatment for your shoulder in the last 3 months.
- You do not have a full-thickness tear of the shoulder tendons, frozen shoulder, or severe limited movement (less than 90 degrees of arm raising).
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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