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Clinical Trials/NCT06927115
NCT06927115CompletedNot Applicable

Comparative Analysis of Mulligan and Maitland Mobilizations Techniques on Disability and Quality of Life in Adhesive Capsulitis

Riphah International University2 sites in 1 country42 target enrollmentStarted: April 15, 2025Last updated:
Conditions
Interventions

Trial Snapshot

Phase
Not Applicable
Status
Completed
Enrollment
42
Locations
2
Primary Endpoint
NPRS

Study Overview

Brief Summary

Mobilization techniques are widely used in physiotherapy to address the pain and stiffness associated with adhesive capsulitis. Two commonly employed approaches are Mulligan's mobilization and Maitland's mobilization, both of which aim to restore joint mobility and improve functional outcomes. However, the relative effectiveness of these techniques in improving disability and quality of life in patients with adhesive capsulitis has not been conclusively established. This study will help to find out the best mobilization option for adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder for all four stages of adhesive capsulitis.

Detailed Description

Adhesive capsulitis is a condition characterized by pain, loss of both active and passive range motion of the shoulder joint in all planes especially abduction and external rotation. In general population the prevalence of adhesive capsulitis is 2-5% and its incidence is 2%.The prevalence of adhesive capsulitis in diabetic patient is 11- 30% while in non-diabetic is 2-10%.Adhesive capsulitis is more common in women aged between 40-60 years (12). Adhesive capsulitis is bilateral in 20-30 % of cases and the opponent shoulder become involved within five years Based on etiology Adhesive capsulitis is classified into primary or true frozen shoulder and secondary, in primary adhesive capsulitis there is global capsular inflammation without any known cause or pre-existing condition while secondary adhesive capsulitis is associated with any recognized systemic, intrinsic or extrinsic cause. The systemic causes of secondary adhesive capsulitis comprise thyroid diseases, diabetes mellitus and decreased level of adrenaline. The intrinsic cause of secondary adhesive capsulitis is rotator cuff disease andcalcification of tendon or tendonitis. The extrinsic causes of secondary adhesive capsulitis include breast surgery in women, post trauma, clavicle or humerus fracture and early history of cerebral vascular accident

Study Design

Study Type
Interventional
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention Model
Parallel
Primary Purpose
Treatment
Masking
None

Eligibility Criteria

Ages
35 Years to 50 Years (Adult)
Sex
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No

Inclusion Criteria

  • •Age 35-50 years.
  • •Diagnosed case of primary adhesive capsulitis.
  • •Pain and limited range of motion in the affected shoulder. (External rotation>abduction>internal rotation)
  • •Willing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

  • •Previous shoulder surgery.
  • •Severe osteoporosis or fractures.
  • •Neurological or rheumatological conditions.
  • •Neck and cardiac surgery
  • •History of recent fractures

Arms & Interventions

Maitland Mobilization

Experimental

This group will be treated with Maitland mobilization with 30 repetition and 3 set in each repetition 3 time a week for 4 weeks along with conventional exercises like Monkey bar, towel stretching, and codmen exercise.

Intervention: Maitland Mobilization (Other)

Mulligan Mobilization

Experimental

This group will be treated with Maitland mobilization of the shoulder joint with 30 repetition and 3 set in each repetition 3 time a week for 4 weeks along with conventional exercises like Monkey bar, towel stretching, and codmen exercise.

Intervention: Mulligan Mobilization (Other)

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

NPRS

Time Frame: six weeks

The Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a 0 to 10 self-reported scale used to assess pain intensity, where 0 = no pain and 10 = worst possible pain. It is a simple, reliable tool commonly used in clinical trials to measure pain levels before and after interventions.

Goniometer

Time Frame: Six weeks

A goniometer is a standardized tool used to measure shoulder range of motion (ROM) in degrees. It consists of a protractor with two arms, one stationary and one movable, to assess joint angles during movement.

SPADI

Time Frame: Six weeks

The Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) is a self-reported questionnaire used to assess pain and functional disability in individuals with shoulder conditions. It consists of 13 items divided into two subscales: pain (5 items) and disability (8 items), scored on a 0-100 scale, with higher scores indicating greater impairment

SF- 36 Scale

Time Frame: Six weeks

The Short Form-36 (SF-36) Health Survey is a validated questionnaire used to assess health-related quality of life (HRQoL) across eight domains, including physical functioning, pain, and general health. It generates physical and mental health summary scores on a 0-100 scale, with higher scores indicating better well-being.

Secondary Outcomes

No secondary outcomes reported

Investigators

Sponsor Class
Other
Responsible Party
Sponsor

Study Sites (2)

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