Simple exercises might soothe sore shoulders

NCT ID NCT07602478

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Rafeef Hassan Asiri Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a specific type of exercise called eccentric contraction (lengthening muscles under tension) can help people with shoulder pain syndrome. Sixty adults aged 18-70 with rotator cuff tendinitis will do either eccentric exercises plus standard therapy or standard therapy alone for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in pain and shoulder function to see if the eccentric approach offers extra benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Eccentric contraction exercises
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a simple, drug-free exercise approach to reduce shoulder pain and improve daily function.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The exercises may not outperform standard physical therapy, and results may not apply to all shoulder conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Rotator Cuff Injuries rotator cuff syndrome tendinitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ROTATOR CUFF SYNDROME ROTATOR CUFF TENDONITIS SHOULDER PAIN SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Armed Forces Hospital Southern Region

Khamis Mushait, 'Asir Region, 62413, Saudi Arabia

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