Effects of Spencer's Technique on Shoulder Function

Last updated: June 10, 2024
Sponsor: Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

N/A

Treatment

Rest

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment-Spencer's Technique (Modified)

Clinical Study ID

NCT06447493
2023-061
  • Ages 18-50
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

The purpose of this study is to see the impact of a modified Spencer's technique on tissue stiffness, mobility, and blood flow of the shoulder joint. Spencer's technique is a well-known osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) that is common for treating adhesive capsulitis and is believed to help blood flow. There are studies that look at the clinical effects of the technique and/or compare it to other techniques; however, measuring the extent to which Spencer's technique, or this modified technique, improves tissue stiffness and blood flow has never been written in the literature. This study will serve as a proof of concept that this technique improves tissue stiffness, blood flow, and mobility of the shoulder join as well as the nearby areas. Using ultrasound, the investigators will measure tissue stiffness and blood flow and will analyze the mobility of the shoulder joint using a Vicon motion capture system.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

• male and female subjects 18-50 years old

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • prior shoulder surgery or injury to the reported dominant throwing arm

  • shoulder pain in the reported dominant throwing arm within the last 6 months

  • diagnosis cervical radiculopathy or pinched nerve in the neck

  • connective tissue or muscle disorders

  • known pregnancy

  • tobacco use

  • known diabetes or prediabetes

  • allergy to ultrasound gel (propylene glycol)

Study Design

Total Participants: 20
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Rest
Phase:
Study Start date:
August 15, 2023
Estimated Completion Date:
July 15, 2025

Connect with a study center

  • Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn

    Auburn, Alabama 36832
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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