UTILITY OF INDIVIDUALIZED HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICINE IN TREATMENT OF FROZEN SHOULDER: AN OPEN LABEL PROSPECTIVE SINGLE ARM CLINICAL STUDY.

This is an open-label, single-arm, prospective, international study designed to assess the effectiveness of individualized homeopathic medicine in managing frozen shoulder. Homeopathic remedies will be prescribed in decimal, centesimal, or millesimal potencies, based on detailed case-taking and repertorization. The SPADI (Shoulder Pain and Disability Index) score will be calculated both pre- and post-treatment, and the differences will be compared and analyzed.

Frozen shoulder is a clinical condition characterized by the spontaneous onset of shoulder pain and a gradual loss of both active and passive shoulder movement. The etiology of the condition remains unclear. Studies suggest that up to 40% of patients experience persistent, though generally mild, symptoms beyond three years, and 15% face long-term disability. Given the incidence and prevalence of this condition, frozen shoulder has become a significant burden, affecting patients’ daily activities. While treatments such as NSAIDs, physical therapy, and steroids are commonly used, the most effective approach remains uncertain. Homeopathy, being a non-invasive and gentle healing science, aims to offer lasting relief and could prove highly beneficial in managing this challenging condition.

This study is therefore being undertaken to investigate how individualized homeopathic treatment, based on the totality of the patient’s symptoms, can offer a valuable solution for managing frozen shoulder.