Frozen shoulder showdown: surgery or not? new review aims to settle the debate
NCT ID NCT07410845
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study reviews published research to compare surgical and non-surgical treatments for frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), a painful condition that limits shoulder movement. By analyzing data from previous studies, the researchers hope to identify which approach works best for pain relief and improving range of motion. The study does not involve new patients but rather gathers existing evidence to guide future treatment decisions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this review could help doctors choose the best treatment approach for frozen shoulder, potentially improving recovery and reducing pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small review of existing studies, not a new treatment trial. It may not provide definitive answers due to limited data and varying study quality.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 1 person
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
This study is a systematic comparative review of previously published studies evaluating Operative Vs non-operative management strategies for adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). The aim is to compare the effectiveness of various conservative treatment modalities, including physical therapy, intra-articular injections, and other surgical interventions, on clinical outcomes such as pain reduction, improvement in shoulder function, and range of motion. No direct patient enrollment is involved, and data will be extracted from peer-reviewed studies to perform the comparative analysis.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria * Published peer-reviewed studies evaluating the management of adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). * Studies involving adult patients (≥18 years) diagnosed with primary adhesive capsulitis. * Studies assessing non-operative management, operative management, or both. * Randomized controlled trials, cohort studies, case-control studies, and systematic reviews. Exclusion Criteria * Studies involving secondary adhesive capsulitis (e.g., post-traumatic, post-surgical, or associated with fractures). * Studies including patients younger than 18 years. * Incomplete or insufficient outcome data. * Case reports, expert opinions, letters, and conference abstracts without full text.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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faculty of medicine Azhar university
Cairo, Egypt
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