New Nonsurgical Technique for Shoulder Adhesive Capsulitis
Author Information
Author(s): Ahn Kang, Lee Young-Jin, Kim Eun-Ha, Yang Seung-Min, Lim Tae-Kyun, Kim Yong-Soo, Jhun Hyung-Joon
Primary Institution: Chronic Pain Management Center, Cha Biomedical Center, Kangnam Cha Hospital, Pochon Cha University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Hypothesis
Is interventional microadhesiolysis effective for treating adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder?
Conclusion
Interventional microadhesiolysis is effective for managing adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients reported a significant decrease in pain after the treatment.
- Shoulder range of motion improved significantly post-treatment.
- Joint effusion decreased or disappeared in nine out of ten patients on MRI.
Takeaway
Doctors developed a new way to help people with stiff shoulders feel better without surgery. It worked well for most of the patients.
Methodology
Ten patients with primary adhesive capsulitis were treated using three specially made needles to release adhesions in the shoulder.
Potential Biases
No significant bias risks were reported.
Limitations
The study was a case series, which limits the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
Average age was 56 years, with equal numbers of men and women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.0020
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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