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New study tests simple stretches to ease Bowler's shoulder pain

NCT ID NCT07062926

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

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

Summary

This study will compare two physical therapy techniques—Spencer Muscle Energy Technique and Post Facilitation Stretch—to see which better reduces shoulder pain and improves movement in fast bowlers. Thirty-two bowlers aged 18-35 with shoulder pain for at least 3 months will receive treatment three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure pain, range of motion, and arm function before and after treatment.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Spencer Muscle Energy Technique and Post Facilitation Stretch
What this could lead to
If one technique proves better, it could give fast bowlers a simple, drug-free way to reduce shoulder pain and get back to bowling sooner.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 32 people, so results may not apply to all bowlers or other athletes. It compares two manual therapies, not a new drug or cure.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 32 people

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Expected to start

Jun 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Aug 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 35 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Fast bowlers * Both male and female. * aged 18-35 years. * Stiff painful shoulder joint for at least 3 months. * Willingness to participate in the study and provide informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * ● Rotator cuff tears. * Rheumatoid and gouty arthritis. * Tumors of the shoulder region. * Reflex sympathetic dystrophy of the shoulder. * Thoracic outlet syndrome, peripheral nerve injuries, shoulder girdle fractures, dislocations.

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Conditions

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Shoulder Pain

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Sports physical therapy

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pakistan Sports Board

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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