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New treatment option for Shoulder Tendinopathy
Official title Electroacupuncture and Cupping for Shoulder Tendinitis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07545785
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of electroacupuncture combined with vacuum cupping therapy in treating simple periarthritis of the shoulder associated with the traditional medicine syndrome of Qi stagnation and blood stasis. Shoulder periarthritis is a common condition that causes pain, stiffness, and limited movement of the shoulder due to injury or inflammation of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and surrounding soft tissues.
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 70
You may be able to join if
- Patients between 18 and 70 years old.
- Pain intensity score on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) between 4 and 7.
- Diagnosis of rotator cuff and/or long head of the biceps tendonitis according to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health of Vietnam.
- Mechanical pain that increases during movements such as abduction or raising the arm.
- Presence of tender points at the long head of the biceps tendon or supraspinatus tendon .
You likely can't join if
- Patients who do not agree to participate in the study.
- Diagnosis of pseudo-paralysis, acute calcific periarthritis, or frozen shoulder.
- Shoulder pain caused by cervical nerve root lesions.
- Shoulder pain originating from apical lung tumors, coronary artery disease, or myocardial infarction.
- Specific joint lesions caused by infection, tuberculosis, or rheumatoid arthritis.
- Bone pathologies including fractures, dislocations, or osteonecrosis of the humeral head.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients between 18 and 70 years old.
- Pain intensity score on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) between 4 and 7.
- Diagnosis of rotator cuff and/or long head of the biceps tendonitis according to the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health of Vietnam.
- Mechanical pain that increases during movements such as abduction or raising the arm.
- Presence of tender points at the long head of the biceps tendon or supraspinatus tendon .
- Pain that increases during resisted contraction tests, such as the Jobe test or Palm-up test.
- Absence of limitation in the passive range of motion of the shoulder.
- Ultrasound findings showing a hypoechoic tendon or evidence of calcification.
- Absence of motor weakness or paralysis.
- Diagnosis of the TCM syndrome "Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis"
- Patients who do not agree to participate in the study.
- Diagnosis of pseudo-paralysis, acute calcific periarthritis, or frozen shoulder.
- Shoulder pain caused by cervical nerve root lesions.
- Shoulder pain originating from apical lung tumors, coronary artery disease, or myocardial infarction.
- Specific joint lesions caused by infection, tuberculosis, or rheumatoid arthritis.
- Bone pathologies including fractures, dislocations, or osteonecrosis of the humeral head.
- Shoulder dysfunction resulting from stroke or hemiplegia.
- Women who are pregnant.
- Patients with mental illness.
- Contraindications for vacuum cupping, such as acute skin inflammation, open wounds, or alcohol consumption.
- Contraindications for electroacupuncture, including cardiac pacemakers, heart failure, or local skin ulcers.
- Current participation in another intervention study.
- Use of painkillers, muscle relaxants, or within the last week.
- Use of anticoagulants or a history of hemophilia.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Compensation & support
Some study costs may be covered.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
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?
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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 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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