Spinal and Kaltenborn mobilization for a stiff shoulder (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 study compares two manual therapy approaches for idiopathic frozen shoulder. Adults ages 35-50 with Stage II–III adhesive capsulitis are randomized to receive either spinal mobilization with arm movement or Kaltenborn mobilization. Outcomes include pain, shoulder range of motion, and disability measured at baseline and after four weeks of treatment. The trial uses NPRS, goniometry, and SPADI to track changes. Results from related work suggest Kaltenborn mobilization may offer greater improvements in pain and mobility, informing practice for this condition.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 35-50 years
* Both male and female genders
* Pain rating 3 to 7 on NPRS for at least 3 months
* Idiopathic frozen shoulder
* Stage II and III frozen shoulder
* Positive Apley's Scratch test
* Unilateral frozen shoulder
* Frozen shoulder with at least 25% restricted ROM
* Presence of global restriction in passive range of motion (PROM) in a capsular pattern (ER \> ABD \> IR)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Arthritic shoulder
* Rotator cuff disease
* Post-traumatic stiff shoulder
* Post-CABG shoulder-hand syndrome
* Post-stroke frozen shoulder
* Bilateral frozen shoulder
* Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
* Any fracture or other injury
* Any systemic illness
* Any inflammatory disease (Rheumatoid arthritis, gout)
* Any neurological disease
* Frozen Shoulder secondary to Brachial Plexus Injury, Parkinsonism, Ankylosis, Infection, or Arthroplasty
* Tendon calcification

Where it's running

• Alfalah Medical Center
  Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting
• Jinnah Hospital
  Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Annum Manzoor, MS OMPT — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, PhD
• Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03324390125

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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.