Niel-Asher Technique vs Bowen Technique for Frozen Shoulder

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized, single-blind study compares the Niel-Asher Technique with the Bowen Technique to treat adhesive capsulitis in adults aged 40–60. Fifty-four participants with stage II frozen shoulder are randomly assigned to one of the two manual therapy approaches and will receive treatment over a one-year period at Foundation University Islamabad. Outcomes focus on pain, range of motion, and functional disability to determine which technique offers greater relief and functional benefit. The trial excludes recent corticosteroid use, prior shoulder surgery, and certain medical conditions that could confound results. The study adds to the evidence base for conservative management of adhesive capsulitis by directly comparing two non-pharmacological interventions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criteria:

The participants with following criteria will be included in the study:

* Diagnosed case of unilateral primary or idiopathic Adhesive Capsulitis.
* Age ranging from 40-60 years.
* Frozen stage (Stage II).
* Having pain and restricted active and passive range of motion \>6 months.
* Capsular pattern of motion restriction (external rotation, abduction, internal rotation and flexion).
* Moderate (4-6) pain intensity on NPRS
* Both genders will be included.

Exclusion criteria:

The participants with following criteria will be excluded in the study:

* Local corticosteroid injection to the affected shoulder within the last three months or who were on current corticosteroid therapy.
* Any recent shoulder surgery.
* Patients with neurological disorders, such as stroke, as well as those with uncontrolled diabetes, rheumatic disease in the shoulder, malignant tumors.
* A history of the fracture or subluxation in the affected shoulder, history of surgery to the injured shoulder.

Where it's running

• Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
  Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Adeeba Ali, DPT
• Email: muneebaalipt@gmail.com
• Phone: 03310000956

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.