Cervical Proprioception and Shoulder Impingement Treatment

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Jul 25, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how training that focuses on the neck (cervical proprioception training) can help people with shoulder impingement syndrome. This condition often causes shoulder pain and discomfort, especially when moving the arm. The study aims to see if this type of training can improve shoulder movement, reduce pain, and lessen disability in patients experiencing these issues.

To participate in the trial, individuals need to be between 25 and 40 years old and have shoulder impingement syndrome, which is identified by specific signs and symptoms. Some examples include pain when lifting the arm or tenderness in the shoulder area. Unfortunately, those with certain conditions like shoulder arthritis, recent shoulder injuries, or previous surgeries on the shoulder won't be eligible. If you decide to join the trial, you can expect to engage in training focused on improving neck and shoulder movement, with the goal of relieving pain and enhancing your ability to perform daily activities.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Shoulder impingement syndrome (defined as patients with at least 3 out of the following 6 criteria; Positive "Neer's sign", Positive "Hawkins' sign", Pain with active shoulder elevation in the scapular plane, Pain in the C5-C6 dermatome, Pain with palpation of the rotator cuff tendons, and Pain with resisted isometric abduction.
• • Patients with positive apprehension sign for anterior instability.
• • Age 25-40years. 4-BMI\<32 kg/m2.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Shoulder osteoarthritis
• • Shoulder trauma
• • Shoulder infection
• • Intra-articular corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injection within the last 3 months.
• • Previous surgery of the affected shoulder. - Symptomatic cervical pathology.