Effects of movement mobilization and core strengthening on shoulder pain
ADDITIONAL EFFECTS OF MOBILIZATION WITH MOVEMENT WITH UPPER QUADRANT CORE STRENGTHENING IN ROTATOR CUFF RELATED PAIN:A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRAIL
This study is testing if a combination of movement therapy and core strengthening exercises can help people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06723730 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the additional effects of mobilization with movement combined with upper quadrant core strengthening on patients suffering from rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to treatment groups, and their pain levels, range of motion, proprioception, and kinesiophobia will be assessed. The study will involve a structured intervention protocol and will collect data through various pain assessment tests. Informed consent will be obtained from all participants prior to enrollment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18-65 with unilateral shoulder pain of traumatic origin lasting more than six weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with complete rotator cuff tears, adhesive capsulitis, or significant joint integrity issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and functional outcomes for patients with rotator cuff-related pain.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of interventions is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-65 years * Both genders * Unilateral shoulder pain of traumatic origin * Scoring should be less than 8 on numeric pain rating scale * Symptoms lasting more than 6 weeks * Pain on active shoulder movement * Pain provoked by atleast three of the following tests. A. Neer test B. Hawkins-Kennedy test C. Empty Can test D. Full Can test E. Painfull Arc test F. Resisted external rotation test * Patients reffered by a rehabilitation and orthopedic specialistwith diagnosis of rotator cuff injury, subacromial impingement syndrome, subacromial pain Exclusion Criteria: * History and Clinical presentation compatible with complete rotator cuff or bicep brachia rupture * Adhesive capsulitis * History of dislocation * Glenohumeral osteoarthritis * Cancer * Auto-immune inflammatory conditions and infection * Positive joint integrity tests ( Ant. and Post. Drawer tests) * Hill sachs lesions * Bankarts lesions * Cervical rib * Previous shoulder or neck surgery or fracture * Familiar pain provoked by neck movements * Presence of radicular sign * Diagnosis of fibromyalgia * Clinical depression * Rheumatoid arthritis * Poor bone quality ( osteoporosis) * Vertobrobasilar insufficiency test
Where this trial is running
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province
- Foundation University College of Physical Therapy — Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Raima Liaqat, MS-MSKPT*
- Email: raimarana@gmail.com
- Phone: 0302-9670275
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.