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Shoulder Pain Study

If you are between the ages of 18 to 40 years, live in Auckland and have recently developed pain in the outer shoulder then you may be eligible to participate in this study. Participants will receive a free rehabilitation programme.

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Shoulder impingement syndrome is a common disorder that causes pain and disability. There is a lot of evidence to show that home-exercise programmes are effective in improving symptoms of shoulder impingement syndrome. Osteopathic treatments are often performed to treat shoulder impingement syndrome with many clients reporting improvements. However the scientific evidence for osteopathy in treating shoulder impingement syndrome is lacking. This study looks to identify if osteopathic treatment can provide additional benefits to that of a home-exercise programme.

What is required from the participant?

You will need to attend 2 testing sessions lasting about 20 minutes each. You will receive a 6 week evidence based home-exerise programme to be performed 5 days a week for 15 minutes at a time. You may also receive 6 osteopathic treatments during this period.

Trial Location

New Zealand - Auckland

Download additional information

For GP.com - Participant information sheet.doc

Groups

18-40 years old - Condition specific
Age:	18 - 40
Gender:	Any
Ethnicity:	Any
Criteria:	Aged between 18-40 years of age. Symptoms present for 6 months or less. Not currently receiving treatment for affected shoulder. No significant trauma or surgery to the shoulder within the previous 12 months.

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Questions

hi there i have recently been diagnosed with bursitis/ shoulder impingement, which was initially very painful for a couple of weeks, but it has since come right. Its something that comes and goes periodically (shoulder pain) over the last 2 years and the ultrasound technician said the tendons were very inflamed - twice the size they should be. Knowing this, would i still be eligible?
posted by ceallachjmac on 2010-08-10 16:54:34

Hey Previous diagnosis of shoulder impingement is fine and does not make you ineligble. Further physical examinations of the shoulder will be performed to assess for eligiblity based on current pain. Further to this, the study is not only looking at pain but also disability caused by shoulder impingement.
posted by Taz Darragh on 2010-08-10 19:58:23

hi there,i have shoulder pain but i also have lower back pain,i am on a range of medications for pain and inflammation,would i still qualify for this study? thanks Dee.
posted by donna on 2010-08-11 15:59:55

Unfortunately no. The painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs will probably be affecting your shoulder pain.
posted by Taz Darragh on 2010-08-11 18:02:59

I don't have persistent shoulder pain I just get it every now and then but for a long time. Is that ok
posted by leshalesha on 2011-03-24 19:04:28

Shoulder Impingement usually presents with pain on overhead activities and can be short lasting (on aggravation) in nature. You may be eligible for the study
posted by Taz Darragh on 2011-03-25 09:47:14

I have had shoulder pain for a a few years now from an old swimming injury. It consist of a constant ache and I know that my radial pulse decreases on certain over the head and extension movements. Would I qualify for this study?
posted by ksm007 on 2011-04-24 15:39:03

Possibly, depending on how long you have had your current pain episode for.
posted by Taz Darragh on 2011-04-25 18:02:07

i am 50 this oct , i know you are looking for younger . im just hoping , had pain in shoulder for about 7 months , no idea what is wrong with it , not seen a doctor or taken any meds , at all . not had a full sleep in seven months .
posted by blanche on 2011-06-07 13:27:14

Unfortunately for research purposes you must be between the ages of 18 to 40 years.
posted by Taz Darragh on 2011-06-07 17:45:16

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