Pilates and diaphragm therapy for shoulder pain relief
Effect of Pilates Exercises and Diaphragm Manual Therapy Techniques in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy
This study tests whether a Pilates exercise program and diaphragm therapy can help people with chronic shoulder pain from rotator cuff issues feel better and improve their shoulder strength and function.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ministry of Health and Population, Egypt Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo, Ramsis Saint Abbassia , Cairo.) |
| Trial ID | NCT06148805 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of a Pilates exercise program and diaphragm manual therapy techniques on patients suffering from rotator cuff tendinopathy. It aims to assess improvements in pain intensity, pain threshold, shoulder strength, and overall shoulder function. The study will evaluate the individual and combined effects of these interventions over a specified duration. The target population includes individuals with chronic shoulder pain related to rotator cuff issues, particularly among those in physically demanding occupations.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with rotator cuff tendinopathy for more than three months, with a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.
Not a fit: Patients with shoulder stiffness, previous shoulder surgeries, or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce pain and improve shoulder function for patients with rotator cuff tendinopathy.
How similar studies have performed: While there is some evidence supporting the efficacy of Pilates and manual therapy in musculoskeletal conditions, this specific combination for rotator cuff tendinopathy is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients diagnosed with rotator cuff tendinopathy for duration greater than three months 2. Body Mass Index between 18.5 and 24.9 3. patients complain of shoulder pain at the tip of the shoulder and the upper, outer arm. 4. pain during resisted arm test (usually abduction and/or lateral rotation) ( Exclusion Criteria: * 1. shoulder stiffness 2. Previous dislocation or sublation of shoulder joint. 3. Previous shoulder surgery 4. Glenohumeral joint and acromioclavicular joint degeneration 5. Neurological deficit in the neck or arm 6. Heavy Smokers. 7. Any Cardiopulmonary pathology. 8. Recent Thoracic surgery 9. Any deformity of spine 10. History of Thyroid Disorders 11. Cognitive impairment
Where this trial is running
Cairo, Ramsis Saint Abbassia , Cairo.
- Moh — Cairo, Ramsis Saint Abbassia , Cairo., Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Amaal Ibrahim, professor
- Email: rehabtareqmohamad@gmail.com
- Phone: 00201111287279
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.