SHOULDER PAIN

This study tested two treatments for shoulder pain caused by subacromial impingement syndrome. 94 adults received either high-intensity laser therapy or a combination of physical therapy treatments. Both groups also did the same exercises. The goal was to see which approach bette…

This study looked at two physical therapy techniques—Maitland and Mulligan mobilization—to see which works better for easing shoulder pain and improving daily function. 46 adults with shoulder pain lasting 3 to 12 months took part. Researchers measured pain, disability, mood, and…

This study looked at whether a specific stretch called the sleeper stretch can help CrossFit athletes who have shoulder pain. 26 regular CrossFit participants were included. The goal was to see if the stretch improves shoulder movement, strength, and overall upper body performanc…

This study tested a treatment called Perineural Injection Treatment (PIT) against TENS (a common electrical stimulation therapy) for people with shoulder pain. 32 adults with shoulder pain from conditions like rotator cuff issues or frozen shoulder received two sessions of either…

This study looked at two different therapies—Pilates exercises and mirror therapy—to help people with shoulder pain and limited movement after neck dissection surgery. 52 adults aged 35-55 took part. The goal was to see which approach worked better for reducing pain and improving…

This study looked at whether adding vibration therapy or a special massage technique (IASTM) to standard physical therapy can help people with shoulder impingement. 48 adults aged 40-60 with shoulder pain took part. The goal was to see if these extra treatments reduce pain, impro…

This study looked at whether adding an extra nerve block in the armpit to the standard shoulder block can help reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after shoulder replacement surgery. Twelve adults having shoulder replacement took part. The goal was to see if the extra…

This study tested two types of nerve blocks to control pain after shoulder surgery. Sixty adults having arthroscopic shoulder surgery received either an interscalene block or a serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block. Researchers measured how much pain medicine patien…

This study looked at whether adding either special back exercises or kinesio tape to standard shoulder exercises could help adults with shoulder pain. 75 people with shoulder pain for at least 6 weeks took part. They did shoulder exercises 5 days a week for 3 weeks, plus either t…

This study looked at whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side (hemiplegia). Forty participants aged 50-85 with lasting shoulder pain were treated. The goal was to see if the laser c…

This study looked at whether training the muscles used for breathing could help tennis players with shoulder pain. 40 adult tennis players with shoulder pain were split into two groups: one did specific breathing exercises for 8 weeks, and the other did not. The researchers measu…

This study looked at two ways to manage pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. The standard nerve block can sometimes cause temporary diaphragm paralysis, making breathing harder. The new block targets different nerves and may avoid that problem. Researchers tested it in 60 ad…

This study looked at whether adding dry needling (a technique where thin needles are inserted into muscle knots) to standard physical therapy helps people recover faster after shoulder stabilization surgery. 39 adults aged 18-40 who had the surgery were followed for 6 months. Res…

This study tested whether combining a temporary nerve-stimulation implant with physical therapy relieves shoulder pain in stroke survivors better than either treatment alone. 96 adults with shoulder pain that started or worsened after a stroke took part. The goal was to find a mo…

This study tested a 12-week program combining strength exercises and gentle sensory stimulation for adults over 60 with long-term shoulder pain. 80 participants were split into two groups: one received the new program plus standard care, the other only standard care. Researchers …

This study tested whether a special physiotherapy program that combines exercises with dry needling and nerve techniques works better than exercise alone for women with long-term shoulder pain after breast cancer treatment. 90 women took part. The goal was to reduce pain and impr…

This study tested two methods of numbing the suprascapular nerve (a key nerve in the shoulder) to control pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Sixty adults having shoulder surgery received either an anterior or posterior nerve block. Researchers measured pain levels, diaphra…

This study looked at whether putting special elastic tape on the shoulder could quickly reduce pain and improve shoulder function, quality of life, and job satisfaction in dental students who work in the clinic. 56 final-year students took part. They received the tape three times…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality exercises to standard physical therapy helps people with partial shoulder tendon tears. 49 adults with shoulder pain were split into two groups: one did regular therapy, the other also used VR. The goal was to see if VR could reduc…

This study looked at two treatments for partial tears of the rotator cuff: platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections and a home exercise program. Forty adults with chronic shoulder pain received either three PRP injections or did exercises at home. Researchers measured pain, movement…

This study compared two different nerve block techniques for pain relief after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Researchers tested whether a newer combination nerve block could provide similar pain relief as the standard method while avoiding a common side effect that can temporari…

This study followed 1100 adults with shoulder pain for one year to see if metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and excess belly fat) makes pain last longer. Researchers measured disability and work status to identify risk factors…

This study looked at 30 adults with a curved upper back (over 40 degrees) to see if the curve was linked to shoulder pain, how well they could move, and their muscle strength. Researchers measured the curve and pain levels using simple tools. The goal was to better understand the…

This study measured how body size and physical activity affect a shoulder stability test in 82 healthy young adults aged 18 to 25. Participants did a push-up style test where they touched one hand to the other as many times as possible in 15 seconds. The goal was to understand wh…

This study looked at 60 adults with shoulder pain to understand what makes their symptoms 'irritable' — meaning how easily pain is triggered, how severe it is, and how long it lasts. Researchers measured pain sensitivity and psychological factors like mood and stress. The goal is…

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. Participants completed a questionnaire to measure central…

This study looked at whether older adults (60+) with severe vision loss from age-related macular degeneration have more shoulder pain, stiffness, and movement problems than those with normal vision. Researchers compared 100 participants to find out how common these issues are and…

This study looked at whether the severity of central sensitization (a condition where the nervous system is overly sensitive to pain) affects how well steroid injections work for people with rotator cuff shoulder pain. Researchers measured pain sensitivity before treatment in 44 …

This study created and tested a new questionnaire called the Shoulder Problems Assessment Scale (SPAS) for Turkish adults with shoulder pain or injuries. Researchers worked with 450 people to make sure the scale accurately measures how shoulder issues affect daily activities. The…

This study looked at 64 tennis players to see if those with shoulder pain have weaker breathing muscles or a thinner diaphragm compared to those without pain. Researchers measured breathing strength with a pressure test and diaphragm thickness with ultrasound. The goal was to und…