Treatment for Frozen Shoulder Using Hydrodilation and Spencer Technique

Effects of Spencer Technique Following Hydrodilation in Patients With Adhesive Capsulitis

Not applicable Interventional Foundation University Islamabad · NCT06668415

This study is testing if combining a special physical therapy technique with a shoulder injection can help people aged 40 to 60 with frozen shoulder move better and feel less pain.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages40 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorFoundation University Islamabad Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab Province)
Trial IDNCT06668415 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of combining the Spencer technique, a physical therapy method, with hydrodilation, a procedure that injects saline into the shoulder joint, for patients suffering from adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder. The aim is to improve shoulder mobility and reduce pain by addressing the tightness in the shoulder capsule and surrounding tissues. Participants will undergo both treatments to evaluate their effectiveness in restoring range of motion and alleviating functional disability. The study focuses on patients aged 40 to 60 who have been diagnosed with unilateral adhesive capsulitis and have already undergone hydrodilation.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 40 to 60 with unilateral adhesive capsulitis who have received hydrodilation treatment.

Not a fit: Patients who have recently experienced major shoulder injuries, surgeries, or other conditions affecting shoulder range of motion may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance shoulder mobility and reduce pain for patients with adhesive capsulitis.

How similar studies have performed: While the combination of hydrodilation and the Spencer technique is a relatively novel approach, similar studies have shown promise in improving outcomes for adhesive capsulitis.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with diagnosed unilateral Adhesive Capsulitis and have undergone Hydrodilation. --Includes both genders
* Age 40 to 60 years. Exclusion Criteria
* Population who have recently undergone major shoulder injury or surgery, had fracture or open wound or there is reduction of Glen humeral ROM due to any other cause other than Adhesive Capsulitis

Where this trial is running

Rawalpindi, Punjab Province

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Adhesive CapsulitisHydrodilation, spencer technique, pain, functional disability, range of motion
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