SHOULDER PAIN

This study follows 59 adults who received a specific shoulder replacement stem to see how well it works and if it causes problems over 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10 years. The goal is to confirm the implant is safe and helps with shoulder pain and movement. Participants must be 18 or older …

This study follows 40 adults receiving a Zimmer Biomet shoulder replacement to confirm the implant is safe and works well. Participants have shoulder arthritis, fractures, or other joint damage. Researchers will measure pain, function, and quality of life for 2 years after surger…

This study follows 584 adults aged 20 and older who receive a Zimmer Biomet shoulder replacement for arthritis, fractures, or deformity. Researchers will track implant survival and any side effects over 10 years. The goal is to confirm the safety and long-term benefits of these s…

This study tests if a specific nerve block (SPSIP block) can reduce pain after shoulder surgery. About 80 adults having arthroscopic shoulder surgery will receive this block or a placebo. The main goal is to see if it lowers the amount of opioid pain medicine needed in the first …

This study compares three different NSAID painkillers (diclofenac, meloxicam, indomethacin) combined with home exercises for frozen shoulder. 120 adults with shoulder pain and stiffness will be randomly assigned to one of the drugs. The goal is to see which drug works best and wh…

This study compares two types of nerve blocks to manage pain after arthroscopic shoulder surgery. One is a standard block near the neck, and the other is a newer block placed on the upper back. Researchers will measure how much pain medication patients need and their pain scores.…

This study tests whether dry needling (inserting thin needles into muscle knots) can reduce shoulder pain caused by myofascial trigger points. About 50 adults with shoulder pain will receive either real or sham (fake) needling, and neither they nor the evaluator will know which t…

This study looks at whether adding extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) to standard exercises can improve shoulder pain and function in people with rotator cuff tendinopathy. About 50 adults aged 30 to 55 with shoulder pain lasting over 3 months will take part. Researchers wi…

This study looks at whether applying a floss band to the shoulder can help stroke patients who have hemiplegia (weakness on one side) and shoulder pain. Researchers will measure changes in pain, movement, daily function, and sleep quality. About 40 adults aged 30–55 who are at le…

This study looks at whether 8 weeks of kettlebell training can reduce pain and improve shoulder function better than standard rehab in 38 active adults with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to either kettlebell exercises or a standard reh…

This study tests two types of nerve blocks to see which better prevents shoulder pain after lung surgery. About 75 adults with lung cancer will receive either an interscalene block, an anterior suprascapular block, or standard pain relief. The goal is to find a more effective way…

This study tests if a special type of acupuncture, called Motion Style Acupuncture Treatment (MSAT), helps relieve shoulder pain caused by traffic accidents. About 98 adults with acute shoulder pain will receive either standard Korean medicine or standard care plus MSAT. The goal…

This study tests whether a special laser (LightForce) can reduce shoulder pain caused by inflammation from conditions like impingement or rotator cuff tendinitis. About 130 adults with pain lasting over 3 months will receive either real laser treatment or a sham (fake) laser, alo…

This study tests a procedure called transcatheter arterial embolization (TAE) combined with physical therapy for people with long-lasting shoulder pain from rotator cuff tendinopathy. About 41 participants will either get TAE plus physical therapy or physical therapy alone. The g…

This study tests whether adding rigid tape to a 4-week exercise program can reduce pain and improve shoulder function in people with acromioclavicular (AC) joint degeneration. About 28 adults with shoulder pain will be randomly assigned to get either taping plus exercise or exerc…

This study tests a new, non-surgical treatment for shoulder arthritis. It compares injections of a person's own processed fat tissue to standard steroid shots. The goal is to see if the fat tissue reduces pain and improves shoulder function better than steroids. The study involve…

This study looks at whether adding ultrasound-guided shoulder injections to a home exercise program can improve pain, movement, and daily function in people with chronic frozen shoulder. About 68 adults with shoulder pain lasting at least 3 months will receive either one type of …

This study looks at how tennis players with shoulder pain move their shoulders and trunk during a serve, and checks their muscle activity and joint flexibility. Researchers will compare 60 amateur tennis players—some with current shoulder pain, some with a past injury, and some h…

This study looks at whether sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) is linked to the type and location of rotator cuff tears in people with shoulder pain. Researchers will measure muscle strength and thigh thickness in 104 adults aged 40-75, then compare shoulder MRI scans. The goal…

This study watches 60 adults having shoulder surgery to see how often a common nerve block causes temporary paralysis of the diaphragm (the main breathing muscle). Participants get one of three types of nerve blocks and are checked with ultrasound for up to 3 days after surgery. …

This study explores whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a practical and acceptable option for people with chronic shoulder pain. Researchers will enroll 30 participants—15 with shoulder pain and 15 without—to measure inflammation, blood sugar, and pain sensitivity,…

This study looks at how the shoulder tendon changes right after two different exercise programs. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure tendon thickness before and after exercise in 24 adults, some with shoulder pain and some without. The goal is to understand normal tendon r…

This study is developing a new scale that uses photographs of daily activities to help measure how shoulder pain affects people's lives. Researchers will test the scale on 100 adults who have had shoulder pain for more than three months. The goal is to create a simple, visual too…