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Gentler technique beats thrust for frozen shoulder relief

NCT ID NCT07600372

Symptom relief Sponsor: Green International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

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 reduced pain and improved shoulder movement, but the MET group saw significantly better results. The findings suggest MET may be a more effective option for managing frozen shoulder symptoms.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

66 people

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Started

Nov 2025

Finished

May 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants diagnosed with Stage II or III Adhesive Capsulitis Age between 40 and 65 years Both male and female participants Presence of shoulder pain and restricted range of motion for at least 3 months Limitation of active and passive shoulder movements, particularly external rotation Willingness to participate and provide informed consent Ability to attend treatment sessions for four weeks Exclusion Criteria: * History of shoulder fracture, dislocation, or recent trauma Previous shoulder surgery Neurological disorders affecting shoulder function Rheumatoid arthritis or other systemic inflammatory conditions Cervical radiculopathy or referred pain from the cervical spine Rotator cuff tear or severe shoulder instability Malignancy or infection involving the shoulder joint Participants receiving other concurrent shoulder treatments Contraindications to manual therapy or physiotherapy interventions Unwillingness to participate or inability to complete the treatment protocol

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Conditions

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bursitis frozen shoulder Shoulder Pain

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Adhesive capsulitis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Principal Investigator

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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