Nunchaku workout tested as frozen shoulder remedy

NCT ID NCT07486193

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether practicing nunchaku exercises can reduce pain and improve movement in middle-aged and older adults with frozen shoulder. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one doing nunchaku exercises and the other doing standard shoulder stretches and strengthening. Researchers will track pain, disability, and how often people practice at home over 12 weeks and beyond.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: nunchaku exercise
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a fun, low-cost exercise option to reduce shoulder pain and improve mobility for people with frozen shoulder.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage trial with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Nunchaku exercise also carries a risk of injury if not done carefully.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bursitis frozen shoulder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Sports Science and Physical Education, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
RECRUITING

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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