NCT06595641

Effect of Transfer Energy Capacitive Resistive Therapy on Shoulder Pain and Function in Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

• Status: Not Yet Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 30 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Cairo University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 25 Years – 40 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study investigates the efficacy of combining Transfer Energy Capacitive and Resistive (TECAR) therapy with standard strengthening exercises in treating Shoulder Impingement Syndrome (SIS). A double-blinded randomized controlled trial will compare outcomes between patients receiving only strengthening exercises and those receiving both TECAR therapy and exercises. Key outcomes include improvements in pain, muscle strength, joint position sense, and shoulder function. The study aims to determine if TECAR therapy enhances treatment benefits beyond those achieved with exercises alone.

Detailed description

Background: Shoulder Impingement Syndrome (SIS) is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition characterized by pain and functional impairment due to the compression of rotator cuff tendons beneath the coracoacromial arch. Despite the effectiveness of conservative treatments such as strengthening exercises, there is emerging interest in additional modalities, including Transfer Energy Capacitive and Resistive (TECAR) therapy. TECAR therapy utilizes high-frequency electromagnetic waves to provide deep thermal energy, potentially enhancing tissue repair and pain relief. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of combining TECAR therapy with a standard strengthening exercise regimen compared to strengthening exercises alone in patients with SIS. Methods: A double-blinded randomized controlled trial will be conducted with 30 participants diagnosed with Neer's Stage I SIS. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a control group receiving only strengthening exercises or an experimental group receiving both TECAR therapy and strengthening exercises. The study will assess pain, shoulder muscle strength, joint position sense, and shoulder function using a range of validated instruments including the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Hand-Held Dynamometer (HHD), Digital Inclinometer, and the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI).

Conditions

• Impingement Syndrome, Shoulder

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DEVICE	Transfer Energy Capacitive Resistive Therapy	It's a physical treatment modality commonly used to treat musculoskeletal pain. It normally uses a longwave radiofrequency of \~0.5 MHz. The system consists of a neutral plate and two different electrodes that can transfer energy in two modalities: capacitive and resistive
OTHER	strength training program	Each session includes five exercises, each performed for three sets of 10 repetitions: Shoulder Retraction - Strengthens muscles between shoulder blades. Shoulder Scaption - Improves stability and range of motion. Shoulder External Rotation from Side Lying - Targets rotator cuff muscles. Shoulder Protraction - Enhances shoulder blade function. Shoulder Extension - Strengthens posterior shoulder muscles

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-10-01
• Primary completion: 2025-02-01
• Completion: 2025-03-01
• First posted: 2024-09-19
• Last updated: 2024-09-19