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Dry Needling and Exercise for Frozen Shoulder
Study Summary
This trial will compare the two groups to see if adding dry needling to exercise is more effective in treating shoulder adhesive capsulitis than exercise alone.
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Inclusion Criteria
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I have limited shoulder movement in several directions.My shoulder movement is limited when I lift my arm sideways.Your doctor has found evidence of a different shoulder problem during the examination.Your shoulder pain and disability index (SPADI) score is too low (less than 10%) or too high (greater than 90%).My symptoms appeared slowly over time.My shoulder moves normally without pain or assistance.I have pain or symptoms that suggest a nerve issue in my neck.I have had dry needling or acupuncture in the last 6 months.I am between 18 and 65 years old.I have shoulder arthritis confirmed by an X-ray.My pain level during normal activities is 2 or more out of 10.I am currently on blood thinner medication.You are afraid of needles.I am experiencing shoulder pain and stiffness.I have a diagnosed neurological condition.
- Group 1: Dry needling and exercise
- Group 2: Sham dry needling and exercise
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this research venture accessible to participants presently?
"The clinicaltrials.gov website shows that, while this research study was first launched on October 13th 2020, it is not currently seeking participants. However, there are 103 other trials which require patient enrolment right now."
What are the qualifications for individuals hoping to participate in this clinical trial?
"This clinical study is seeking 100 volunteers, aged 18 to 65 years old, who experience shoulder pain and stiffness. To be eligible for the trial participants must: have a primary complaint of shoulder-related discomfort; describe symptoms with gradual onset; demonstrate limited glenohumeral passive range of motion when abducting humerus from 45 degrees to 90 degrees; report pain levels at or greater than 2/10 on numeric pain rating scale; comprehend English language."
Does this trial accept participants aged 18 and above?
"This medical experiment is open to participants aged 18-65, but there are a total of 85 trials for patients outside that range; 3 studies for those under 18 and 82 studies for those over 65."
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