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USG-Guided Shoulder Injections in Frozen Shoulder 68 Home-Based Randomized Exercise-Based

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Clinical Trial NCT07493213 is an interventional study for Frozen Shoulder, Adhesive Capsulitis, Shoulder Pain, Nociplastic Pain, Neuropathic Pain that is recruiting. It started on 1 April 2026 with plans to enroll 68 participants. Led by Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital, it is expected to complete by 30 June 2027. The latest data from ClinicalTrials.gov was last updated on 25 March 2026.
Brief Summary
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is characterized by pain and a progressive restriction of both active and passive shoulder range of motion, significantly impairing daily activities and quality of life. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of USG-guided shoulder injections, when added to a home-based exercise program, in the conservative management of patients with chronic, painful frozen shoulder.

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Detailed Description
This study will include patients presenting to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation outpatient clinics of Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital with chronic shoulder pain and restricted range of motion, who are clinically diagnosed with frozen shoulder following a comprehensive evaluation. A total of 68 consecutive patients aged 18-75 years, with shoulder pain lasting at least three months and diagnosed w...Show More
Official Title

Effectiveness of USG-Guided Shoulder Injections as an Adjunct to a Home Exercise Program in the Conservative Management of Painful Frozen Shoulder and Its Association With Pain Phenotypes

Conditions
Frozen ShoulderAdhesive CapsulitisShoulder PainNociplastic PainNeuropathic Pain
Other Study IDs
  • KonyaBeyhekimTRH-FEU2026/5448
NCT ID Number
Start Date (Actual)
2026-04-01
Last Update Posted
2026-03-25
Completion Date (Estimated)
2027-06-30
Enrollment (Estimated)
68
Study Type
Interventional
PHASE
N/A
Status
Recruiting
Keywords
Frozen Shoulder
Adhesive Capsulitis
Shoulder Injection
Home Exercise Program
Shoulder Pain
Range of Motion
SPADI
Ultrasound-Guided Injection
pain phenotypes
exercises
Primary Purpose
Treatment
Design Allocation
Randomized
Interventional Model
Parallel
Masking
Double
Arms / Interventions
Participant Group/ArmIntervention/Treatment
Active ComparatorUSG-guided suprascapular nerve block
With the patient in a seated and comfortable position, a suprascapular nerve block will be administered under ultrasound guidance using a linear ultrasound probe, in accordance with the literature (triamcinolone 20 mg/1 mL + 1% lidocaine 4 mL).
USG-guided suprascapular nerve block
USG-guided suprascapular nerve block + home-based exercises
Active ComparatorUSG-Guided Suprascapular Block Plus Subacromial Injection
With the patient in a seated and comfortable position, and using a linear ultrasound probe, patients in these group will receive a suprascapular nerve block under ultrasound guidance (triamcinolone 10 mg/0.5 mL + 1% lidocaine 4 mL + 0.5 mL saline), followed by an ultrasound-guided subacromial/deltoid bursa injection (triamcinolone 10 mg/0.5 mL + 1% lidocaine 2.5 mL).
USG-Guided suprascapular nerve block plus subacromial injection.
USG-Guided suprascapular nerve block plus subacromial injection + home-based exercises
Primary Outcome Measures
Outcome MeasureMeasure DescriptionTime Frame
VAS pain (0-10) (night and movement)
Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst imaginable/unbearable pain.
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
Range of motion (ROM)
Movements of the affected shoulder (flexion, abduction, internal and external rotation) will be measured and recorded using a goniometer. The presence of limitation will be assessed by comparing it to the unaffected side.
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI)
The Shoulder Pain and Functionality Index (SPADI) is a self-report scale developed to assess the severity of shoulder pain and its impact on functionality. The scale consists of two sub-sections: pain (5 items) and functionality (8 items). Each item is scored from 0 (no pain or difficulty) to 10 (unbearable pain or extreme difficulty). The total score ranges from 0 to 100; higher scores indicate more severe pain and loss of function.
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
Secondary Outcome Measures
Outcome MeasureMeasure DescriptionTime Frame
Ultrasonographic evalution (coracohumeral ligament thickness)
Ultrasonographic evaluation of the shoulder will be performed to measure coracohumeral ligament and subacromial bursa thickness, and the findings will be recorded. With the patient in a comfortable seated position, coracohumeral ligament thickness and subacromial bursa thickness will be measured using the manual tracing function of the ultrasound device with a linear ultrasound probe, with three repeated measurements taken and the mean value recorded.
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
Sleep quality
Sleep quality during the preceding week was evaluated using the Single-Item Sleep Quality Scale (SQS), a brief and practical instrument derived from item 6 of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. The scale evaluates sleep quality using a VAS ranging from 0 to 10, which is then categorized on a 0-4 scale, ranging from 0 (terrible) to 4 (excellent)."
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
HGS
AAAAA
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
Patient satisfaction
Patient satisfaction subjective evaluation is the measurement of a patient's personal perceptions, feelings, and expectations regarding the healthcare service received, physician communication, hospital environment, and treatment outcomes, through surveys or interviews. Patient satisfaction (subjective impression of improvement) was assessed using a five-point Likert-type scale. Response options were defined as follows: 1, "no satisfaction at all"; 2, "not satisfied"; 3, neutral (no positive or negative effect); 4, "satisfied"; and 5, "very satisfied." Time Frame: 2nd week
6 weeks and 20 weeks
Central Sensitization Inventory
This is a 25-item self-report scale that measures central nervous system hypersensitivity to normal stimuli (central sensitization), a condition that plays a role in the pathophysiology of chronic pain. It aids in diagnosis of chronic pain syndromes such as fibromyalgia by scoring common somatic and emotional symptoms on a scale of 0-100. Time Frame: Baseline
Baseline
DN4 Neuropathic Pain Questionnaire
This is a questionnaire that compiles symptoms and findings associated with neuropathic pain. It is scored on a scale of 0-10. A score above 4 is considered indicative of neuropathic pain.
Baseline
Ultrasonographic evaluation (subacromial bursa thickness)
Ultrasonographic evaluation of the shoulder will be performed to measure coracohumeral ligament and subacromial bursa thickness, and the findings will be recorded. With the patient in a comfortable seated position, coracohumeral ligament thickness and subacromial bursa thickness will be measured using the manual tracing function of the ultrasound device with a linear ultrasound probe, with three repeated measurements taken and the mean value recorded.
Baseline, 6 weeks, and 20 weeks
Handgrip strength
Handgrip strength (HGS) will be measured using Jamar® dynamometers in accordance with standard measurement techniques. Participants will be instructed to perform three maximal voluntary contractions, with a 30-60 second rest interval between trials. The mean value will be recorded and expressed in pounds (lb).
Baseline, 6 weeks, 20 weeks
Participation Assistant
Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Ages
Adult, Older Adult
Minimum Age
18 Years
Eligible Sexes
All

Age between 18 and 75 years and willingness to participate in the study

Presence of shoulder pain lasting at least 3 months and a diagnosis of primary frozen shoulder

Pain intensity ≥ 4/10 on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), resistant to medical treatment/analgesics

Restriction of ≥30 degrees in at least two planes of shoulder motion (flexion, abduction, or external rotation)

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  • History of shoulder trauma

Presence of neurological conditions such as stroke, brachial plexus injury, Parkinson's disease, or cervical spine pathology with or without radiculopathy

History of shoulder surgery, shoulder malignancy or tumor, or prior shoulder manipulation

Presence of shoulder arthritis, rotator cuff tear, other shoulder injuries, or thoracic outlet syndrome

Systemic diseases affecting the shoulder, severe degeneration or trauma (e.g., osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, labral or articular cartilage injuries), or inflammatory rheumatic diseases

Steroid injection to the affected extremity within the last 3 months, use of oral steroids or NSAIDs, or ongoing surgical/interventional treatment

Pregnancy or lactation

Uncontrolled diabetes, heart failure, or uncontrolled systemic diseases (e.g., liver failure, chronic kidney disease, significant endocrine disorders)

Communication problems or severe psychiatric disorders

Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital logoKonya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
Study Responsible Party
Fulya Ece Urkan, Principal Investigator, Resident Doctor, Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital
Study Central Contact
Contact: Fulya Ece URKAN, MD, +905068994339, [email protected]
Contact: İsmail urkan, MD, +0905074655838, [email protected]
1 Study Locations in 1 Countries

Selçuklu

Konya Beyhekim Training and Research Hospital, Konya, Selçuklu, 42000, Turkey (Türkiye)
RAMAZAN YILMAZ, MD, Contact, +905068994339, [email protected]
Fulya E URKAN, MD, Contact, +905068994339, [email protected]
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