Subacromial Impingement SyndromeNCT06688214
Effects of KT and Scapular Stabilization Exercises.
A study testing Kinesio Taping treatment and Scapular Stabilization Exercises in people with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome, run by Sehat Medical Complex at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
The distance between the acromion bone and the head of the humerus narrows in subacromial impingement syndrome. This narrowing leads to the compression of sensitive structures and results in pain and decreased functional performance.While taping and scapular stabilizing exercises are commonly used in the treatment of… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 55 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
- What is being tested?
- Kinesio Taping treatment and Scapular Stabilization Exercises
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 34 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 30 Nov 2024to 30 May 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 55 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Participants with age between 18 to 55 years. Participants with pain on the anterolateral side of the shoulder for ≥3 months. Participants diagnosed with ≥3 positive clinical signs of SIS, such as the Neer or Hawkins-Kennedy test, a painful arc by a sports physical therapist.
- Mild or Moderate pain on resisted external rotation, or the Empty Can test.
Who cannot join
- Diagnosis of cervical radiculopathy. Participants with osteoarthritis in the acromioclavicular or glenohumeral joint.
- Calcific tendinitis, adhesive capsulitis, glenohumeral instability or a partial or full-thickness rotator cuff tear, clinical history of acute trauma, previous surgery or previous fracture in the affected shoulder. Corticosteroid injection into the shoulder joint in the previous 12 months.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Pakistan1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Riphah International University
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000
Imran Ghafoor Dr., DPT, M.phill, +923344292887, imran.ghafoor@riphah.edu.pk
Farheen Ashraf Dr., DPT, MS-SPT
About this study
Official title: Effects of Kinesio Taping and Scapular Stabilization Exercises on ROM, Pain and Function in Badminton Players With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
The distance between the acromion bone and the head of the humerus narrows in subacromial impingement syndrome. This narrowing leads to the compression of sensitive structures and results in pain and decreased functional performance.While taping and scapular stabilizing exercises are commonly used in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome, no comparisons were conducted previously between their effectiveness.
This randomized clinical trial will be conducted at Punjab Sports Board, Lahore.This study will include patients with age group ≥18 years; pain located on the anterolateral side of the shoulder for ≥3 months with positive clinical signs.
Group A will receive Kinesiotaping protocol and Group B will receive Scapular Stabilization exercises protocol.
Read the detailed description
The distance between the acromion bone and the head of the humerus narrows in subacromial impingement syndrome. This narrowing leads to the compression of sensitive structures and results in pain and decreased functional performance. Subacromial Impingement syndrome can be Primary and Secondary, both types could present patterns of postural deviation, painful arc, and altered biomechanics of muscles.While taping and scapular stabilizing exercises are commonly used in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome, no comparisons were conducted previously between their effectiveness.
This randomized clinical trial will be conducted at Punjab Sports Board, Lahore. This study will include patients with age group ≥18 years; pain located on the anterolateral side of the shoulder for ≥3 months with positive clinical signs of SIS, such as the Neer or Hawkins-Kennedy test, a painful arc, pain on resisted external rotation, or the Empty Can test after exclusion of cervical radiculopathy, osteoarthritis in the acromioclavicular or glenohumeral joint, calcific tendinitis, adhesive capsulitis, glenohumeral instability or a partial or full-thickness rotator cuff tear, clinical history of acute trauma, previous surgery or previous fracture in the affected shoulder; or corticosteroid injection into the shoulder joint in the previous 12 months.Participants will be divided into two groups. Group A will receive Kinesio-taping protocol and Group B will receive Scapular Stabilization exercises protocol.Patients will be assessed Shoulder Pain And Disability Index (SPADI). Changes in upper limb function Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) Questionnaire. Pain intensity {Visual Analog Scale (VAS) Kinesiophobia {Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK)}. The findings can contribute to the growing evidence based supporting whether the use of Kinesio taping or scapular stabilization Exercises improve ROM, 5 Pain and function in patients with Subacromial impingement syndrome. Analysis will be done by statistical package for social sciences SPSS 29.
- Conditions
- Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
- Being tested
- Kinesio Taping treatment, Scapular Stabilization Exercises
- Keywords
- Subacromial Impingement, Kinesiotaping, scapular exercises, shoulder rehabilitation, Rotator cuff muscles
- Medical subject headings
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Kinesio Taping treatmentOther
Therapeutic KT application administered to patients in group A. The KT treatment was completed in compliance with Kase's recommended methodology for rotator cuff tendinitis/impingement. Initially, an inhibitory approach was used to apply a supraspinatus Y-strip from its insertion to its origin. The measurement of the strip's length was taken from the acromion to the scapular spine. The base of the strip was later applied to the tuberculum major while the patient was seated; the superior tale of the Y-strip was then terminated at the superomedial angle of the scapula, passing between the middle and superior fibers of the trapezius with light tension (% 15-25); the shoulder was then extended, adducted, and internally rotated with cervical contralateral bending; the final portion of the tape (2.5-5 cm) was applied painlessly.
Scapular Stabilization ExercisesOther
Participants in Group B engage in a twice-weekly, supervised SSE exercise program that is based on the clinical decision algorithm that has been recommended by an expert panel. The goal of scapular orientation training was to normalize the scapula's resting posture and enhance proprioception. Subsequently, three scapular control exercises were executed: a closed kinetic chain exercise known as the "unilateral bench press," bilateral shoulder flexion up to 60°, and a scapular control exercise including bilateral shoulder retraction and extension in the prone position. There was no discomfort involved in performing the exercises, and each session may consist of no more than four exercises. The dosage and progressions were based on the objectives of each exercise; each exercise was performed 8-10 times with a 5- to 10-second hold in between, and there was a 30-to 1-minute rest period.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping | Experimental | Kinesio Taping treatment Receives: Other: Kinesio Taping treatment |
| Scapular Stabilization Exercises | Active comparator | Scapular Stabilization Exercises Receives: Other: Scapular Stabilization Exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Shoulder Pain And Disability Index (SPADI).
In order to assess the level of pain and impairment, established the shoulder pain and disability index, which modified. It has thirteen questions total, split into two auxiliary scales: five questions measure pain intensity, and eight questions assess upper limb disability when completing various activities of daily living. The pain subscale has five questions. A 10-point Likert scale was used to rate the thirteen things, with 0 denoting no discomfort and 10 denoting extremely severe pain. Each tool's results were transformed into a 100-point rating system. The degree of shoulder pain, injury, and disability increases with the tool's score.
Measured: 1 week
Changes in upper limb function Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) Questionnaire
The Spanish version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) Questionnaire was used to measure upper limb function. Scores range from 0 to 100 points, with higher scores indicating poorer function.The MCID is 11 points.Patients were asked to fill out DASH questionnaires, to apply marks to the point that they felt represented their perception of their current state
Measured: 1 week
Pain intensity {Visual Analog Scale (NPRS).
The numeric pain rating scale for pain (NPRS) is generally captured on a 10- centimeter line, with 0 representing no pain, 5 indicating moderate pain, and 10 representing worst possible pain. Michener and colleagues15 reported that the minimally clinically important difference (MCID) for the NPRS was 2.17 for subjects with shoulder pain due to both surgical and non-surgical sources
Measured: 1 week
Kinesiophobia {Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK)
The original 17-item Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK) was used to assess pain- related fear of movement. The scores range from 17 to 68 points, with higher scores indicating greater fear of movement and or (re-)injury. The MCID for people with chronic pain is 5.6 points; however, the MCID for people with SIS or rotator cuff disease has not been established.
Measured: 1 week
Standard Goniometer
Shoulder flexibility was measured using a standard goniometer, which has a reported accuracy within 1° and a range of 180°. Goniometry is a common clinical method used for measuring shoulder complex ROM associated with adequate reliability.A standard goniometer is used to evaluate the passive range of motion of all joints of the shoulder girdle and upper limb. Deficits of joint motion from immobility result in contracture of the joint capsule, adhesions in the joints, and shortening of both muscle and tendons above the affected joints
Measured: 1 week
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted14 Nov 2024
- Study start30 Nov 2024
- Primary completion25 May 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion30 May 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (4)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Subacromial Impingement SyndromeStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 34 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Sehat Medical Complex
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Imran Ghafoor Dr., DPT,M.phil, Study chair, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06688214
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/RCR&AHS/24/0424
- Status last verified
- Nov 2024
- First submitted
- 27 Oct 2024
- Last updated
- 22 Jan 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Goksu H, Tuncay F, Borman P. The comparative efficacy of kinesio taping and local injection therapy in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2016 Oct;50(5):483-488. doi: 10.1016/j.aott.2016.08.015. Epub 2016 Sep 23.
PubMed 27670388Kul A, Ugur M. Comparison of the Efficacy of Conventional Physical Therapy Modalities and Kinesio Taping Treatments in Shoulder Impingement Syndrome. Eurasian J Med. 2019 Jun;51(2):139-144. doi: 10.5152/eurasianjmed.2018.17421. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
PubMed 31258353Ravichandran H, Janakiraman B, Gelaw AY, Fisseha B, Sundaram S, Sharma HR. Effect of scapular stabilization exercise program in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome: a systematic review. J Exerc Rehabil. 2020 Jun 30;16(3):216-226. doi: 10.12965/jer.2040256.128. eCollection 2020 Jun.
PubMed 32724778Sharma S, Ghrouz AK, Hussain ME, Sharma S, Aldabbas M, Ansari S. Progressive Resistance Exercises plus Manual Therapy Is Effective in Improving Isometric Strength in Overhead Athletes with Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Biomed Res Int. 2021 Jun 30;2021:9945775. doi: 10.1155/2021/9945775. eCollection 2021.
PubMed 34307681
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 22 Jan 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Kinesio Taping and Scapular Stabilization Exercises on ROM, Pain and Function in Badminton Players With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06688214
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/RCR&AHS/24/0424
- Conditions
- Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
- Keywords
- Subacromial Impingement, Kinesiotaping, scapular exercises, shoulder rehabilitation, Rotator cuff muscles
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 34 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Sehat Medical ComplexUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 30 Nov 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 25 May 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 May 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 14 Nov 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The distance between the acromion bone and the head of the humerus narrows in subacromial impingement syndrome. This narrowing leads to the compression of sensitive structures and results in pain and decreased functional performance.While taping and scapular stabilizing exercises are commonly used in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome, no comparisons were conducted previously between their effectiveness.
This randomized clinical trial will be conducted at Punjab Sports Board, Lahore.This study will include patients with age group ≥18 years; pain located on the anterolateral side of the shoulder for ≥3 months with positive clinical signs.
Group A will receive Kinesiotaping protocol and Group B will receive Scapular Stabilization exercises protocol.
Detailed description
The distance between the acromion bone and the head of the humerus narrows in subacromial impingement syndrome. This narrowing leads to the compression of sensitive structures and results in pain and decreased functional performance. Subacromial Impingement syndrome can be Primary and Secondary, both types could present patterns of postural deviation, painful arc, and altered biomechanics of muscles.While taping and scapular stabilizing exercises are commonly used in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome, no comparisons were conducted previously between their effectiveness.
This randomized clinical trial will be conducted at Punjab Sports Board, Lahore. This study will include patients with age group ≥18 years; pain located on the anterolateral side of the shoulder for ≥3 months with positive clinical signs of SIS, such as the Neer or Hawkins-Kennedy test, a painful arc, pain on resisted external rotation, or the Empty Can test after exclusion of cervical radiculopathy, osteoarthritis in the acromioclavicular or glenohumeral joint, calcific tendinitis, adhesive capsulitis, glenohumeral instability or a partial or full-thickness rotator cuff tear, clinical history of acute trauma, previous surgery or previous fracture in the affected shoulder; or corticosteroid injection into the shoulder joint in the previous 12 months.Participants will be divided into two groups. Group A will receive Kinesio-taping protocol and Group B will receive Scapular Stabilization exercises protocol.Patients will be assessed Shoulder Pain And Disability Index (SPADI). Changes in upper limb function Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) Questionnaire. Pain intensity {Visual Analog Scale (VAS) Kinesiophobia {Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK)}. The findings can contribute to the growing evidence based supporting whether the use of Kinesio taping or scapular stabilization Exercises improve ROM, 5 Pain and function in patients with Subacromial impingement syndrome. Analysis will be done by statistical package for social sciences SPSS 29.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping | Experimental | Other: Kinesio Taping treatmentKinesio Taping treatment |
| Scapular Stabilization Exercises | Active comparator | Other: Scapular Stabilization ExercisesScapular Stabilization Exercises |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 55 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Participants with age between 18 to 55 years. Participants with pain on the anterolateral side of the shoulder for ≥3 months. Participants diagnosed with ≥3 positive clinical signs of SIS, such as the Neer or Hawkins-Kennedy test, a painful arc by a sports physical therapist.
- Mild or Moderate pain on resisted external rotation, or the Empty Can test.
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Diagnosis of cervical radiculopathy. Participants with osteoarthritis in the acromioclavicular or glenohumeral joint.
- Calcific tendinitis, adhesive capsulitis, glenohumeral instability or a partial or full-thickness rotator cuff tear, clinical history of acute trauma, previous surgery or previous fracture in the affected shoulder. Corticosteroid injection into the shoulder joint in the previous 12 months.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Kinesio Taping treatmentTherapeutic KT application administered to patients in group A. The KT treatment was completed in compliance with Kase's recommended methodology for rotator cuff tendinitis/impingement. Initially, an inhibitory approach was used to apply a supraspinatus Y-strip from its insertion to its origin. The measurement of the strip's length was taken from the acromion to the scapular spine. The base of the strip was later applied to the tuberculum major while the patient was seated; the superior tale of the Y-strip was then terminated at the superomedial angle of the scapula, passing between the middle and superior fibers of the trapezius with light tension (% 15-25); the shoulder was then extended, adducted, and internally rotated with cervical contralateral bending; the final portion of the tape (2.5-5 cm) was applied painlessly. | Other | Kinesio Taping |
| Scapular Stabilization ExercisesParticipants in Group B engage in a twice-weekly, supervised SSE exercise program that is based on the clinical decision algorithm that has been recommended by an expert panel. The goal of scapular orientation training was to normalize the scapula's resting posture and enhance proprioception. Subsequently, three scapular control exercises were executed: a closed kinetic chain exercise known as the "unilateral bench press," bilateral shoulder flexion up to 60°, and a scapular control exercise including bilateral shoulder retraction and extension in the prone position. There was no discomfort involved in performing the exercises, and each session may consist of no more than four exercises. The dosage and progressions were based on the objectives of each exercise; each exercise was performed 8-10 times with a 5- to 10-second hold in between, and there was a 30-to 1-minute rest period. | Other | Scapular Stabilization Exercises |
Primary outcome
Shoulder Pain And Disability Index (SPADI).
Time frame: 1 week
In order to assess the level of pain and impairment, established the shoulder pain and disability index, which modified. It has thirteen questions total, split into two auxiliary scales: five questions measure pain intensity, and eight questions assess upper limb disability when completing various activities of daily living. The pain subscale has five questions. A 10-point Likert scale was used to rate the thirteen things, with 0 denoting no discomfort and 10 denoting extremely severe pain. Each tool's results were transformed into a 100-point rating system. The degree of shoulder pain, injury, and disability increases with the tool's score.
Changes in upper limb function Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) Questionnaire
Time frame: 1 week
The Spanish version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) Questionnaire was used to measure upper limb function. Scores range from 0 to 100 points, with higher scores indicating poorer function.The MCID is 11 points.Patients were asked to fill out DASH questionnaires, to apply marks to the point that they felt represented their perception of their current state
Pain intensity {Visual Analog Scale (NPRS).
Time frame: 1 week
The numeric pain rating scale for pain (NPRS) is generally captured on a 10- centimeter line, with 0 representing no pain, 5 indicating moderate pain, and 10 representing worst possible pain. Michener and colleagues15 reported that the minimally clinically important difference (MCID) for the NPRS was 2.17 for subjects with shoulder pain due to both surgical and non-surgical sources
Kinesiophobia {Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK)
Time frame: 1 week
The original 17-item Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (TSK) was used to assess pain- related fear of movement. The scores range from 17 to 68 points, with higher scores indicating greater fear of movement and or (re-)injury. The MCID for people with chronic pain is 5.6 points; however, the MCID for people with SIS or rotator cuff disease has not been established.
Standard Goniometer
Time frame: 1 week
Shoulder flexibility was measured using a standard goniometer, which has a reported accuracy within 1° and a range of 180°. Goniometry is a common clinical method used for measuring shoulder complex ROM associated with adequate reliability.A standard goniometer is used to evaluate the passive range of motion of all joints of the shoulder girdle and upper limb. Deficits of joint motion from immobility result in contracture of the joint capsule, adhesions in the joints, and shortening of both muscle and tendons above the affected joints
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 22 Jan 2025.
- Background: PubMed 27670388Goksu H, Tuncay F, Borman P. The comparative efficacy of kinesio taping and local injection therapy in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome. Acta Orthop Traumatol Turc. 2016 Oct;50(5):483-488. doi: 10.1016/j.aott.2016.08.015. Epub 2016 Sep 23.
- Background: PubMed 31258353Kul A, Ugur M. Comparison of the Efficacy of Conventional Physical Therapy Modalities and Kinesio Taping Treatments in Shoulder Impingement Syndrome. Eurasian J Med. 2019 Jun;51(2):139-144. doi: 10.5152/eurasianjmed.2018.17421. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
- Background: PubMed 32724778Ravichandran H, Janakiraman B, Gelaw AY, Fisseha B, Sundaram S, Sharma HR. Effect of scapular stabilization exercise program in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome: a systematic review. J Exerc Rehabil. 2020 Jun 30;16(3):216-226. doi: 10.12965/jer.2040256.128. eCollection 2020 Jun.
- Background: PubMed 34307681Sharma S, Ghrouz AK, Hussain ME, Sharma S, Aldabbas M, Ansari S. Progressive Resistance Exercises plus Manual Therapy Is Effective in Improving Isometric Strength in Overhead Athletes with Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Biomed Res Int. 2021 Jun 30;2021:9945775. doi: 10.1155/2021/9945775. eCollection 2021.
- Progressive Resistance Exercises plus Manual Therapy Is Effective in Improving Isometric Strength in Overhead Athletes with Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled TrialLink provided by the sponsor.
- Effect of scapular stabilization exercise program in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome: a systematic reviewLink provided by the sponsor.
- Effectiveness of Scapular Stabilization Versus Non-Stabilization Stretching on Shoulder Range of Motion, a Randomized Clinical TrialLink provided by the sponsor.
- Comparison of the Efficacy of Conventional Physical Therapy Modalities and Kinesio Taping Treatments in Shoulder Impingement SyndromeLink provided by the sponsor.
- The comparative efficacy of kinesio taping and local injection therapy in patients with subacromial impingement syndromeLink provided by the sponsor.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
Imran Ghafoor Dr., DPT,M.phil study chair
Riphah International University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Kinesio Taping treatment and Scapular Stabilization Exercises in people with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome, run by Sehat Medical Complex at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 22 Jan 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Imran Ghafoor Dr., DPT, M.phill (+923344292887, imran.ghafoor@riphah.edu.pk), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Shoulder Pain And Disability Index (SPADI). (time frame: 1 week). The study lists 5 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06688214, which also lists 4 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 22 Jan 2025.