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This study tested whether analyzing a patient's DNA and RNA could help doctors pick the right drug for inflammatory diseases that don't fit standard categories. 32 adults with at least two affected organs (including skin) received one of six targeted therapies based on their mole…

This study looked at how well a specific knee replacement (balanSys UNI) works over time. 116 people with knee arthritis got the implant and were followed for at least 2 years. Doctors measured knee function using the Knee Society Score and checked X-rays for any problems.

This study looked at how well a new, quick finger-prick test (LumiraDx CRP) measures CRP levels compared to a standard lab test. CRP is a marker of infection, inflammation, or tissue injury. 79 adults with symptoms of these conditions took part. The goal was to see if the new tes…

This study tested a Turkish version of the Johns Hopkins In-Room Independence Scale, which measures a patient's ability to move, use the toilet, and think clearly while in their hospital room. Researchers worked with 100 adults who had conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, or ampu…

This early study tested a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FDS in 16 people with suspected bacterial or fungal infections. The tracer is designed to light up infection sites on PET/CT scans, helping doctors see exactly where an infection is. The goal was to check how the tracer …

This study compares two ultrasound-guided injection treatments for adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder. One group receives a steroid and numbing medicine injected directly into the shoulder joint, while the other group gets the same medicine injected near the supra…

This study compared two physical therapy techniques—Cyriax capsular stretching and Mulligan mobilization—for people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Thirty adults aged 30–65 with symptoms lasting over three months took part. Researchers measured pain, shoulder movement…

This study tested two hands-on treatments for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) in 66 adults aged 40-65. One group received quick thrusts (HVLA), the other a gentler muscle energy technique (MET), both alongside standard physical therapy for four weeks. Both approaches reduce…

This study looked at whether adding ultrasound-guided hyaluronic acid injections to a standard rehab program helps people with frozen shoulder. Sixty adults aged 40 to 70 with frozen-phase adhesive capsulitis took part. One group got three weekly injections plus six weeks of reha…

This study tested whether virtual reality-based exercises are more effective than standard physical therapy for people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). 90 adults aged 18-65 with limited shoulder motion took part. Researchers measured pain, range of motion, and daily fu…

This study tested a new injection treatment called PIT (using a sugar-water solution) against TENS (a mild electrical stimulation device) for people with shoulder pain. Thirty-two adults with ongoing shoulder pain received either PIT or TENS, plus exercises, over two weeks. The g…

This study looked at whether adding a technique called tissue flossing (wrapping an elastic band around the lower leg and doing exercises) to standard heel-drop exercises can reduce pain and improve movement in people with Achilles tendinopathy. Thirty adults aged 20-45 with long…

This study tested two different physical therapy programs for people with chronic shoulder pain caused by subacromial bursitis. All 60 participants received three ultrasound-guided steroid injections, then were randomly assigned to either a special movement therapy (PNF) or stand…

This pilot study looked at whether passive static stretching can increase hip flexibility in three groups: people who had hip replacement, those with long-term hip pain, and healthy volunteers. Twelve participants followed a 4-week stretching program three times a week under supe…

This study tested whether adding Niel Asher Technique (a type of massage) and scapular clock exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). 34 adults aged 40-55 took part. The goal was to see if the combo reduced pain, improved mov…

This study compared digital physical therapy (using an app or online guidance) with standard in-person therapy for people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). 40 adults aged 35-55 took part. The goal was to see which approach better reduces pain and disability, and which i…

This study tested whether injecting hyaluronic acid into the shoulder joint could help people with frozen shoulder. 46 participants received either the injections plus physical therapy or physical therapy alone. Researchers measured shoulder movement and disability over 26 weeks …

This study tested whether an injection made from human placental connective tissue (ActiveMatrix) works better than the usual steroid shot for frozen shoulder. 56 adults with frozen shoulder received either ActiveMatrix or a corticosteroid injection. Researchers measured pain and…

This study looked at two different physical therapy techniques—Gong mobilization and Spencer technique—to see which works better for diabetic patients with frozen shoulder. 36 adults with diabetes and stage II frozen shoulder took part. Researchers measured pain, range of motion,…

This study looked at whether a technique called gong mobilization, with or without a quick spinal adjustment, can reduce pain and improve movement in people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Thirty-six adults aged 40 to 60 with stage 2 frozen shoulder took part. They re…

This study compared two common physiotherapy techniques—Mulligan and Maitland mobilizations—in 42 adults aged 35-50 with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). The goal was to see which method better reduces pain, improves shoulder movement, and enhances daily function and qualit…

This study tested two physical therapy techniques—repeated contractions and hold-relax—on 66 people with frozen shoulder (stage 2). The goal was to see which method better reduces pain, improves range of motion, and eases disability. Participants did scapular exercises in diagona…

This study tested whether steroid injections given every two weeks can improve shoulder function and reduce pain in people with frozen shoulder. Forty adults received either an ultrasound-guided injection into the shoulder or a shot in the buttock, plus a placebo. The goal was to…

This study looked at how common muscle and posture problems are in physiotherapy students and whether a special physiotherapy program could help. 44 students with back pain and muscle tightness received treatments like trigger point release, stretching, and joint mobilization. Th…

This study tested whether a shorter, 6-session exercise and education program could help people with gluteal tendinopathy, a common cause of hip pain in women over 40. 65 adults aged 35-70 with chronic hip pain took part. The goal was to see if a larger trial is possible, not to …

This study tested two common treatments for Achilles tendinopathy in 24 male football players aged 18-30: eccentric calf exercises (lowering the heel off a step) and wearing heel insoles. Over 12 weeks, researchers measured pain, ankle movement, and function. The goal is to find …

This study tested whether a combination of two medicines (etoricoxib and betamethasone) works better than just one (etoricoxib) for reducing pain from sudden joint swelling conditions like bursitis, tendinitis, or synovitis. About 89 adults with pain in their shoulder, elbow, kne…

This study tested different doses of shockwave therapy in 48 adults with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Participants received focused shockwaves to the shoulder, and researchers measured changes in range of motion and shoulder function. The goal was to find the most effec…

This study looked at whether Pilates exercises can reduce shoulder pain and improve function in people with subacromial impingement syndrome, a common cause of shoulder pain. 34 adults with shoulder pain for at least three months took part. They were split into two groups: one di…

This study tested whether adding brain-based treatments—like pain education and sensory training—to standard physical therapy helps people with frozen shoulder more than therapy alone. 21 adults with chronic frozen shoulder were split into two groups: one received only convention…

This study looked at whether letting patients control their own sedation during arm surgery under regional anesthesia leads to higher satisfaction compared to having an anesthesiologist control it. 70 adults having upper limb orthopedic surgery were randomly assigned to either pa…

This study looked at whether inhaling a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide (sometimes called laughing gas) during physical therapy helps people with frozen shoulder. 75 adults with frozen shoulder took part. Some received the gas mix during therapy, while others inhaled a placeb…

This study compared robotic-assisted total knee replacement to the conventional technique in 95 patients with knee arthritis. The goal was to see if robotic surgery leads to better knee function, less pain, and higher satisfaction two years after the operation. Researchers also c…

This study tested whether adding hyaluronic acid to a ketorolac injection helps frozen shoulder more than ketorolac alone. Fifty-six adults with frozen shoulder received one shot of either the combination or just ketorolac, then followed a rehab program. After 24 weeks, both grou…

This study tested a treatment called pulsed radiofrequency, which uses gentle electrical pulses to calm the nerve that supplies most of the shoulder's feeling. It was given to 32 patients over 65 with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), a condition that causes pain and stiffne…

This study looked at 55 adults with severe frozen shoulder (pain and stiffness for at least 3 months) who had not improved with standard treatments. They received one to three injections of steroid and numbing medicine into the shoulder joint, followed by intensive physiotherapy.…

This completed study looked at how the social networks of caregivers affect their stress and health when caring for someone with an inherited disease. Researchers surveyed over 680 participants, including family members and formal caregivers, to understand caregiving burden and s…

This study translated the Generic Functional Index, a questionnaire that measures how well people can do daily activities, into Turkish. Researchers tested it with 200 adults who have muscle or joint problems to see if it is accurate and reliable. The goal is to give Turkish-spea…

This study tested whether giving general practitioners a simple, evidence-based guideline improves care for people with shoulder pain. 160 adults with shoulder pain took part in Norwegian GP clinics. Researchers measured pain, disability, and quality of life to see if the guideli…

This study looked at 60 people with frozen shoulder to understand how fear of movement (kinesiophobia) relates to pain, stiffness, and daily life. Participants had their shoulder motion measured and filled out questionnaires. The goal was to see if this fear makes symptoms worse,…

This study compared shoulder muscle strength and fatigue between 60 people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) in the recovery phase and healthy individuals. Researchers used a special machine to measure peak torque and fatigue index of shoulder muscles. The goal was to un…

This study tested whether specially trained physiotherapists can safely diagnose and treat non-urgent muscle and joint pain in the emergency room, compared to standard care from doctors. 102 patients with back, neck, or shoulder pain were randomly assigned to either a physiothera…

This study looked at 87 people with frozen shoulder to see if their level of central sensitization—a condition where the nervous system is extra sensitive to pain—affected how well they responded to a shoulder injection. Researchers measured central sensitization using a question…

This completed study compared how well people with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), people with other muscle or bone pain, and healthy individuals can imagine movements. Researchers used a questionnaire called the MIQ-RS to measure motor imagery skills. The goal was to see …

This study surveyed 116 adults with chronic pain at a rehabilitation clinic to understand how their pain beliefs, spiritual well-being, and attitudes toward complementary and alternative medicine are related. Participants filled out several questionnaires about their pain, mood, …