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Comparison Of Spencer Technique And Isotonic Exercise In Patients With Adhesive Capsulitis

Comparison Of Spencer Technique And Isotonic Exercise In Patients With Adhesive Capsulitis

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT06757933
Enrollment
64
Registered
2025-01-03
Start date
2024-02-15
Completion date
2025-03-02
Last updated
2025-01-03

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Adhesive Capsulitis, Shoulder

Brief summary

This study examines the efficacy of two forms of therapy for Adhesive Capsulitis, a condition characterized by stiffness, pain, and limited mobility in the shoulder joint. It is also commonly known as Frozen Shoulder.

Detailed description

Patients between the ages of 30 and 55 were randomly assigned to one of two groups for the trial held at the Saleem Free Hospital Okara and Dar-ul-Shifa Hospital. Group 2 engaged in isotonic exercises that emphasized concentric and eccentric motions of forward flexion and extension, whereas Group 1 was given the Spencer approach, which involved seven different movements. A goniometer and the Numeric Pain Rating Scale were used to measure the range of motion and pain. SPSS 20 was used to analyze the data and assess how well the treatments worked. The findings provided light on how well manual therapy and exercise compare in terms of reducing pain and increasing shoulder movement in people with adhesive capsulitis.

Interventions

COMBINATION_PRODUCTThe Spencer technique

The Spencer technique, which consists of seven different manual movements intended to increase shoulder mobility and lessen pain, was used to treat the participants in this group. The method seeks to improve blood flow, loosen up the shoulder joint and soft tissues, and reduce any tightness or impingement that is causing pain in the sub-acromial area. By re-establishing appropriate shoulder function and movement patterns, the Spencer approach is commonly used to treat disorders including adhesive capsulitis.

COMBINATION_PRODUCTisotonic workouts

This group's members engaged in isotonic workouts that emphasized forward flexion and extension motions. Both concentric (shortening the muscle) and eccentric (lengthening the muscle) motions were used in these exercises. These exercises were designed to increase shoulder range of motion and strengthen the rotator cuff muscles. People with Adhesive Capsulitis may have less pain and have better shoulder function if they perform isotonic workouts, which increase muscular strength and stability.

Sponsors

Superior University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
30 Years to 55 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* Both genders aged 30-55 years * Unilateral Adhesive Capsulitis * Pain lasting for more than one month * Capsular pattern of motion restriction * Diabetic patients were included.

Exclusion criteria

* Participants with rotator cuff tear * Rheumatoid and gouty arthritis * Tumors of the shoulder region * Peripheral nerve injuries * Shoulder girdle fracture and dislocation * History of shoulder surgery were excluded.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
The Numeric Pain Rating Scale12 Months(NPRS) was used to measure the subjects' level of pain. This scale helps measure the amount of pain alleviation attained with each intervention by allowing participants to rank their discomfort from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain).
goniometer12 MonthsA goniometer, which measures the angle of joint movement, was used to measure the shoulder's range of motion (ROM). Improvements in shoulder mobility, which is frequently limited in adhesive capsulitis, were assessed with the aid of this assessment.

Countries

Pakistan

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026