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This study compares two treatments for frozen shoulder: a newer procedure called transcatheter arterial microembolization (TAME) and standard corticosteroid injections. TAME aims to reduce pain by blocking abnormal blood vessels in the shoulder, while steroids work by calming inf…

This study compares two types of hip replacement materials in 100 adults aged 18 to 65 who need a total hip replacement. One group gets a ceramic-on-polyethylene implant where the polyethylene is infused with vitamin E to reduce wear. The other group gets a standard ceramic-on-ce…

This study tests whether a combination of special joint mobilizations, pain education, and core exercises can reduce pain and improve shoulder function in people with frozen shoulder. Thirty-six adults with the condition will be randomly assigned to either this new program or sta…

This trial compares two hands-on treatments for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis): spinal mobilization with arm movement (SMWAM) and Kaltenborn mobilization. Both aim to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and ease disability. The study includes 50 adults aged 35–50 with mo…

This study tests whether adding a gentle electrical stimulation to the ear (transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation, or taVNS) to standard physiotherapy can reduce pain, improve shoulder movement, and boost quality of life in adults with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsuli…

This study looks at whether adding extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) to usual treatments like physical therapy and steroid injections can improve pain and movement in people with frozen shoulder. About 94 adults aged 20-80 with shoulder pain and stiffness for at least a mo…

This study tests whether adding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to standard care helps relieve frozen shoulder in women around menopause. Sixty participants will receive either HRT plus usual treatment or usual treatment alone for six months. Researchers will measure shoulder p…

This study looks at two physical therapy techniques for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) in adults aged 40 to 60. One group gets Gong's Mobilization alone, the other gets Gong's Mobilization plus the Niel-Asher technique. Over four weeks, researchers will measure pain, range…

This study looks at whether adding a nerve block to a standard steroid injection helps people with frozen shoulder feel less pain and move better. About 110 adults with frozen shoulder will get either the combo treatment or a steroid injection alone. The goal is to see if the ner…

This study tests whether a corticosteroid injection into the gluteal muscle works as well as an ultrasound-guided injection into the shoulder joint for treating frozen shoulder. About 528 adults aged 18 to 65 with frozen shoulder will receive one injection and be followed for 12 …

This study tests a procedure called transcatheter arterial embolization for people with frozen shoulder that hasn't improved with standard treatments like physical therapy or painkillers. Doctors will inject tiny beads into blood vessels in the shoulder to block them, which may r…

This study is testing whether different types of NSAIDs (like ibuprofen, diclofenac, and meloxicam) work better for specific pain types in people with frozen shoulder. 120 adults with shoulder pain and stiffness will take one of these drugs along with home exercises for two weeks…

This study tests whether adding a latissimus dorsi muscle release to standard shoulder exercises can better reduce pain and improve movement in people with frozen shoulder (stage II). About 58 adults aged 35-70 with shoulder stiffness for 3-9 months will be assigned to one of two…

This study looks at whether adding ultrasound-guided shoulder injections to a home exercise program can reduce pain and improve movement in people with frozen shoulder. About 68 adults with chronic shoulder pain will receive either one type of injection or a combination, and be f…

This study looks at two different physical therapy methods—Gong's mobilization and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)—to help women aged 40-60 with frozen shoulder. The goal is to see which technique better reduces pain, improves movement, and eases daily disability.…

This study tests whether adding a suprascapular nerve block (a temporary numbing injection) to standard frozen shoulder treatments helps people recover faster. About 62 adults with limited shoulder movement will be randomly assigned to get either the nerve block plus usual care o…

This study aims to find out which nerve block injection works better for people with frozen shoulder: a shoulder anterior capsular block (SHAC) or a suprascapular nerve block. Fifty adults with frozen shoulder will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two injections. Resear…

This study tests a new exercise approach for people with long-term shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff problems. Instead of just doing standard shoulder exercises, participants will also perform movements that shift their focus away from the shoulder. The goal is to see if this …

This study tests whether practicing nunchaku exercises can reduce pain and improve movement in middle-aged and older adults with frozen shoulder. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one doing nunchaku exercises and the other doing standard shoulder stretches and str…

This study looks at whether adding the blood pressure medication losartan to a standard exercise program can improve pain, movement, and function in people with frozen shoulder. About 33 adults with frozen shoulder will be randomly assigned to receive either exercise alone or exe…

This study tests two ways to manage pain after hip replacement surgery. One group gets a nerve block plus a second nerve block; the other gets a nerve block plus wound numbing. The goal is to see which method reduces pain and the need for opioid painkillers. About 102 adults havi…

This study looks at whether a quick session of electrical stimulation can lower pain and help people with Achilles tendon injuries move better. About 30 adults with Achilles tendinopathy or a past rupture will try two different stimulation methods. The goal is to see if this appr…

This study compares traditional in-person rehab with a new intelligent wearable system for frozen shoulder patients. 42 adults aged 40-60 will use either standard therapy, the smart system, or a combination. The goal is to see if the wearable approach improves shoulder movement a…

This study tests whether adding a gentle nerve stimulation device (tVNS) to standard exercises can reduce pain and improve movement in people with frozen shoulder. Forty adults aged 40-65 will receive either active tVNS or a sham device during 6 weeks of supervised rehab. Researc…

This study tests whether adding gentle back (thoracic spine) movements to standard shoulder therapy can better reduce pain and improve movement in people with frozen shoulder. About 34 adults aged 40-65 with stage 2 or 3 frozen shoulder will be randomly assigned to receive either…

This study compares two treatments for early frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis): manipulation under anesthesia and a supervised home rehabilitation program. Researchers will enroll 300 adults aged 40 to 80 whose shoulder symptoms started within the last 3 months. The goal is t…

This study tests whether immersive virtual reality (VR) exercise can reduce pain, improve shoulder function, sleep, and thinking in people with mild to moderate frozen shoulder (grade 1-2). About 36 adults aged 18-64 who are new to physiotherapy will use VR headsets to gamify the…

This study looks at whether adding the Niel Asher technique (a type of massage) to standard physical therapy helps people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) feel less pain and move better. About 36 adults aged 40-60 with moderate-stage frozen shoulder will take part. Rese…

This study tests whether adding a nerve block to a steroid injection works better than a steroid injection alone for people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). About 50 adults aged 41-65 with persistent shoulder pain will be enrolled. The goal is to see which approach pro…

This study looks at whether adding physical therapy to steroid injections helps people with frozen shoulder more than steroid injections alone. About 260 adults with frozen shoulder will be split into two groups: one gets physical therapy plus steroid shots, the other gets steroi…

This pilot study tests whether perineural injection therapy (PIT) can reduce pain and improve movement in adults with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). 24 participants will either receive weekly PIT injections plus physiotherapy, or physiotherapy alone. Researchers will trac…

This study will follow 200 people who have had a complex or revision hip replacement at University Hospitals Leuven. The goal is to track how many need another surgery and why, and to improve care by learning from real-world results. No new treatment is being tested—this is an ob…

This study looks at whether a movement screening test can accurately detect changes in Achilles tendon pain in runners over 40. Forty senior runners with Achilles tendinopathy will be randomly assigned to two physiotherapy groups, one with extra stretching. The goal is to see if …

This study is developing an AI model to predict complications like lymphedema, pain, and shoulder problems after breast cancer surgery. Researchers will collect data from 133 women before and after surgery to train the AI. The goal is to create a tool that helps doctors identify …

This study looks at whether a specific type of frozen shoulder surgery (360° capsular release) affects nearby nerves. Fifteen adults who need surgery will have nerve tests before and 12 weeks after the operation. The goal is to see if the surgery is safe for nerves and to provide…

This study explores whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a feasible and acceptable option for people with long-term shoulder pain, such as rotator cuff issues or frozen shoulder. Researchers will enroll 15 people with shoulder pain and 15 without, measuring inflamma…

This study looks at how often people can return to sports at least three years after total knee replacement. It compares three different types of knee prostheses to see if one type leads to better sports participation. The study will include 660 adults who had their first knee re…