Cervical proprioception training for shoulder impingement treatment
Efficacy of Cervical Proprioceptive Exercises in Treating Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
NA · Cairo University · NCT05963789
This study tests if a special training for neck awareness can help people with shoulder impingement feel less pain and move better compared to regular physical therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo, Al Qahirah) |
| Trial ID | NCT05963789 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of cervical proprioceptive training on shoulder pain, proprioception, and disability in patients with shoulder impingement syndrome. It involves a randomized controlled trial with 50 participants aged 25-40 years who will be divided into two groups: one receiving cervical proprioceptive training and the other undergoing traditional physical therapy. Participants will be evaluated for shoulder pain and disability before and after a treatment program consisting of 12 sessions over 4 weeks. The goal is to determine the effectiveness of proprioceptive training in improving shoulder function.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are males and females aged 25-40 years with functional shoulder impingement and a BMI of less than 32 kg/m2.
Not a fit: Patients with shoulder osteoarthritis, trauma, infection, or previous surgeries on the affected shoulder may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce shoulder pain and improve function in patients with shoulder impingement syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with proprioceptive training in similar conditions, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Shoulder impingement syndrome (defined as patients with at least 3 out of the following 6 criteria; Positive "Neer's sign", Positive "Hawkins' sign", Pain with active shoulder elevation in the scapular plane, Pain in the C5-C6 dermatome, Pain with palpation of the rotator cuff tendons, and Pain with resisted isometric abduction. * Patients with positive apprehension sign for anterior instability. * Age 25-40years. 4-BMI\<32 kg/m2. Exclusion Criteria: * Shoulder osteoarthritis * Shoulder trauma * Shoulder infection * Intra-articular corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injection within the last 3 months. * Previous surgery of the affected shoulder. - Symptomatic cervical pathology.
Where this trial is running
Cairo, Al Qahirah
- Fatma eldesoky Ramadan — Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Abdel Majeed — Professor at orthopedic department, faculty of physical therapy, Cairo University
- Study coordinator: Salwa F Abdel Majeed
- Email: dr_Salwa_fadl@live.com
- Phone: 01008565476
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Shoulder Impingement, Shoulder Pain, Cervical Proprioceptive Exercises, Shoulder pain, Shoulder disability, Shoulder proprioception