Comparing Gong's and Mulligan Mobilization for Frozen Shoulder

Effects Of Gong's Versus Mulligan Mobilization On Pain, Range Of Motion, Functional Disability and Quality Of Life In Patients With Adhesive Capsulitis

NA · Riphah International University · NCT06686277

This study is testing whether Gong's or Mulligan's shoulder mobilization techniques work better for people with frozen shoulder to help reduce pain and improve movement.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages40 Years to 50 Years
SexAll
SponsorRiphah International University (other)
Locations1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province)
Trial IDNCT06686277 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of Gong's mobilization technique versus Mulligan mobilization technique in patients diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder. Conducted at multiple hospitals in Lahore, the study will involve 60 pre-diagnosed patients who will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatment groups. Each group will undergo a structured intervention consisting of three sets of mobilization exercises per week for six weeks, with assessments of pain, functional disability, range of motion, and quality of life conducted before and after the intervention. Data analysis will utilize SPSS software to determine the outcomes of each treatment approach.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 40 to 50 years with unilateral primary frozen shoulder in the frozen phase.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of shoulder surgery, recent fractures, or systemic inflammatory conditions may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide patients with effective treatment options for improving shoulder mobility and reducing pain associated with adhesive capsulitis.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying degrees of success with mobilization techniques for adhesive capsulitis, but this specific comparison of Gong's and Mulligan techniques is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 40 to 50 years
* Both male and female
* Pre-diagnosed Unilateral Primary Frozen shoulder patients
* Prediagnosed Stage 3(Frozen phase) patients(27)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with previous surgery in the shoulder joint
* History of recent fracture or severe trauma to the shoulder
* Diagnosed instability or previous history of dislocation
* Systemic inflammatory conditions(e.g.rheumatoid arthritis)

Where this trial is running

Lahore, Punjab Province

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Adhesive Capsulitis of Shoulder, Adhesive capsulitis, Functional Disability, Range of Motion

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.