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A Study Comparing Spencer Technique and Gongs Mobilization in Patients with Frozen Shoulder

Spencer Technique versus Gongs Mobilization on Improving Clincal Outcomes in Adhesive Capsulitis : Randomized Controlled Trial {RCT} - nil

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/06/112577
Enrollment
50
Registered
2026-06-12
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-06-22

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: M95-M95- Other disorders of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

Interventions

Intervention1: Spencer technique with Short wave diathermy and home exercise program: A sequence of passive rhythmic mobilization techniques will be applied tothe shoulder joint Extension with elbow

Sponsors

Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences Hospital
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Patients diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis (stage I-II) Unilateral frozen shoulder According to WHO criteria middle age adult (40-60 yrs both male and female patients) Presence of shoulder pain restricted range of motion Limitation of external rotation and abduction, medial rotation Presence of functional disability affecting daily score Willingness to adhere to the treatment protocol and attend all scheduled sessions Written informed consent obtained prior to participation

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: History of fracture or dislocation of shoulder joint Previous shoulder surgery Systematic inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis Prior arthroscopic surgery on the affected shoulder in the past 6 months Presence of neurological disorders affecting upper limb function (eg stroke sensory polyneuropathy altered sensorium) Cervical spine pathology causing referred pain Severe cardiopulmonary conditions Contraindications to manual therapy (Bone fragility osteoporosis or any condition where mobilization is unsafe)

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) Timepoint: Baseline T0 and T1 After 4 weeks

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS): The NPRS is a widely used tool for assessing pain intensity. It consists of an 11-point numerical scale ranging from 0 to 10, where 0 indicates no pain and 10 represents the worst possible pain. It is simple, quick, and reliable for clinical assessment. RANGE OF MOTION (ROM) ASSESSMENT Universal Goniometer Shoulder range of motion will be measured using a universal goniometer. Movements assessed will include external rotation, abduction, and internal rotation. Measurements will be taken in standardized positions to ensure consistency. Reduced ROM indicates joint stiffness and capsular restriction commonly seen in adhesive capsulitis.Timepoint: NPRS Score Baseline (T0) and 4 weeks (T1) Shoulder External Rotation ROM Baseline (T0) and 4 weeks (T1) Shoulder Abduction ROM Baseline (T0) and 4 weeks (T1) Shoulder Internal Rotation ROM Baseline (T0) and 4 weeks (T1)

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Rohit Kumar

UTTAR PRADESH UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

mayankkumarrimsnr@gmail.com8937870642

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 29, 2026