FROZEN SHOULDER

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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…