PNF Technique in Adhesive Capsulitis

University of Lahore

Status: Unknown

Conditions: Adhesive Capsulitis

Treatments: Other: PNF technique; Other: conventional physiotherapy

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT05151783

818-II

Details and patient eligibility

About

Adhesive capsulitis is painful movement restricted condition linked with pain, restricted range of motion and difficulty in performing daily life activities. Multiple treatment options are there for its treatment. However, role of peripheral neuromuscular facilitation in this regimen is still under consideration.

Full description

Adhesive Capsulitis or peri-arthritis or Frozen Shoulder is self-limiting condition of unknown etiology that usually affects middle aged population of 40-70 years and rarely it occur secondary to rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, trauma or immobilization of shoulder joint. It is characterized by development of dense adhesions, capsular thickening and restrictions which limits active and passive shoulder range of motion (ROM) with scapular dyskinesia.The aim of the of the study is to investigate the effects of scapular proprioceptive neuromuscular techniques with routine physical therapy on pain, scapular dyskinesia, shoulder ranges of motion and functionality in patients with adhesive capsulitis. Proper functioning of upper extremities requires both motion and stability of scapula on thorax. Prolonged immobilization of shoulder joint leads to ankylosis of joint and scapular dyskinesia. This study will help with a positive effect by using a non-invasive, less painful, cost effective and time saving approach of scapular proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques among joint mobilization and other therapeutic approaches like intra articular injections and manipulation under anesthesia on alleviating pain, muscle strength, shoulder ranges of motion and early restoration of normal functioning of shoulder joint.

Enrollment: 48 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 40 to 70 years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Diagnosed cases of stage II & III adhesive capsulitis
• Referred by orthopedic physician
• Duration of stage approximately 1 month
• Both male and female
• Age: 40-70 years

Exclusion criteria

• Recent history of trauma
• Dislocation or fractures of shoulder
• History of diabetes and hypertension
• Congenital shoulder deformity
• Previous surgery patients
• Patients with diagnosed cardiovascular disease
• Patients with malignancy

Trial design

Primary purpose: Treatment

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: Double Blind

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48 participants in 2 patient groups

conventional physiotherapy

Active Comparator group

Description:

routine physical therapy for adhesive capsulitis

Treatment:

Other: conventional physiotherapy

PNF techniques

Experimental group

Description:

PNF techniques along with conventional physiotherapy

Treatment:

Other: PNF technique