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Tests treatment safety and results for Shoulder Pain
Official title The Effectiveness of Dry Needling Treatment in Patients With Shoulder Myofascial Pain Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06338488
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Myofascial pain can be diagnosed by the presence of one or more myofascial trigger points (MTrPs), defined as hyperirritable spots in taut bands of skeletal muscle fibers palpable by hand. The treatment of myofascial pain primarily relies on the inactivation of MTrPs, often through manual pressure techniques or dry needling.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Clinically diagnosed with Shoulder Myofascial Pain Syndrome associated with Infraspinatus trigger point.
- Having a shoulder pain Visual Analog Scale (VAS) score of 6 or higher.
- Ability to read and write
You likely can't join if
- History of shoulder surgery and frozen shoulder syndrome.
- Lesions, atrophy, or scars in the skin around the shoulder.
- Having undergone physiotherapy targeting the shoulder in the last 6 months.
- Undergoing an treatment procedure for shoulder pain in the last 3 months.
- Having used steroids in the last 1 month.
- Special conditions such as epilepsy, pregnancy, injection phobia, etc.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Clinically diagnosed with Shoulder Myofascial Pain Syndrome associated with Infraspinatus trigger point.
- Having a shoulder pain Visual Analog Scale (VAS) score of 6 or higher.
- Ability to read and write
- History of shoulder surgery and frozen shoulder syndrome.
- Lesions, atrophy, or scars in the skin around the shoulder.
- Having undergone physiotherapy targeting the shoulder in the last 6 months.
- Undergoing an treatment procedure for shoulder pain in the last 3 months.
- Having used steroids in the last 1 month.
- Special conditions such as epilepsy, pregnancy, injection phobia, etc.
- Inability to comply with the restriction on the use of steroid and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs during the treatment period.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kütahya, Türkiye, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kütahya, Türkiye, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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