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Comparative Impact of Wrist Heavy Slow Resistance and Shoulder Stabilization Exercises on Pain, Grip Strength, and Functional Ability in Lateral Epicondylitis
Led by University of Faisalabad · Updated on 2026-05-08
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating two different exercise approaches to see how they affect the elbow in people with lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow. This study will enroll 32 medically stable adults aged 30 to 50 who have active shoulder and wrist movements. The goal is to identify which exercise method better improves the upper limb movement chain affected by this condition. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive wrist heavy slow resistance exercises using weights while stabilizing the hand on a table, combined with hot pack application to target muscles. The other group will perform shoulder stabilization exercises with a theraband while stabilizing against a wall, also combined with hot pack treatment. Both groups will attend sessions three times a week for six weeks. During the study, researchers will measure pain levels using standardized tools at six weeks. They will also assess grip strength and functional ability after the training period. Participants will be monitored closely throughout the six-week treatment phase to evaluate the effects of these exercise programs on their elbow condition.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Wrist Heavy Slow Resistance and Shoulder Stabilization Exercises on Pain, Grip Strength and Functional Ability in Lateral Epicondylitis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Both genders aged 30 to 50 years
- Pain in the elbow lasting at least 2 weeks with tenderness
- Positive Cozen test indicating lateral epicondylitis
- Normal bone and joint alignment in the upper limb shown by radiograph
- Clinical diagnosis of lateral epicondylitis from orthopedic clinic
- Pain score of 4 or higher on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale
You will not qualify if you...
- Elbow pain lasting 6 months or more
- Diagnosis of cervical radiculopathy
- Injury or disease affecting shoulder, elbow, or wrist
- History of elbow surgery, open wounds, or infections in the limb
- History of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis
- Fracture on the treated upper limb side
- Systemic illnesses such as bleeding disorders, use of anticoagulants, diabetes, or hypertension
- Unstable medical conditions affecting participation
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants receive either wrist heavy slow resistance exercises or shoulder stabilization exercises with hot pack applications to treat lateral epicondylitis.
Sessions conducted 3 times per week
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Pulse Hospital
Sādiqābād, Pakistan
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Research Team
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Dr Izza Ayub Assistant Professor
E
Esha Zafar
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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