Shoulder Tendinitis: Ultrasound and Biomechanical Effects of BFRT and Eccentric Exercise
Official title: Anatomical Evaluation of Supraspinatus Through Ultrasonography and Biomechanical Measurements Following Different Combinations of Physical Therapies in Patients of Supraspinatus Tendinitis.
Run by Sehat Medical Complex · NCT07873528 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether combining blood flow restriction therapy with eccentric exercise helps people with supraspinatus tendinitis, compared to BFRT alone, eccentric training alone, or routine physical therapy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 40 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Sehat Medical Complex Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 23, 2026 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | October 14, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07873528 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Men and women aged 40–60 with unilateral shoulder pain and at least two positive impingement tests, a pain score of 5 or higher, and no recent physical therapy for the condition.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals with full-thickness rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder, recent shoulder surgery, or ongoing systemic or neurogenic shoulder pathology may not benefit and are excluded.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
Adults aged 40–60 with unilateral supraspinatus tendinitis will be randomized into four groups to receive different interventions over a treatment period. Outcomes will include musculoskeletal ultrasound measures, range of motion, pain thresholds, muscle strength, and function to assess changes in tendon thickness and performance. The study uses BFRT, eccentric training, their combination, and standard physical therapy, with evaluations before and after the intervention. Safety and feasibility will be monitored, and participants will be recruited from Sehat Medical Complex in Lahore, Pakistan. Sample size is 60 participants across all groups.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, participants may experience reduced pain, improved shoulder function, and better tendon health related to supraspinatus tendinopathy.
How similar studies have gone: Past research has shown benefits from BFRT and eccentric training in shoulder conditions, but the specific combination with imaging and biomechanical endpoints in supraspinatus tendinitis is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient age 40-60 years with unilateral shoulder. * Patient with at least two positive test (Empty Can, Hawkins-Kendy and Neer impingement test) in sitting and standing position will be enrolled. * Patient with shoulder pain history up to three months. * The shoulder pain on NPRS will be above or equal to 5 for the recruitment. * Both male and female population. * People who have not received any physical therapy treatment or exercise regimen for the past 3 months for upper limb injury or disease. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with referred shoulder pain, systemic musculoskeletal pathology e.g., neurogenic, visceral referred pain. * Full thickness tear of rotator cuff muscle or tendons. * Patients with frozen shoulder pain or limited range of motion \< 90degree shoulder abduction. * Patients with previous shoulder surgery, intra articular injection, nerve block to shoulder last 6 month. * Pregnant woman or 6-month recent history of pregnancy. * Patient with history of blood pressure \>180mmHg systolic. * Patients with recent history of upper limb fracture, open wound, history of vascular surgery, uncontrolled diabetes and fistula in upper limb.
Where it's running
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Sehat Medical Complex/UOL/UVAS
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Dr Imran Ghafoor, M Phil
- Email: imran.ghafoor64@gmail.com
- Phone: +923344292887
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.