ArticleFrontiers in surgery2025
Clinical efficacy of manipulation under brachial plexus block anesthesia for primary adhesive capsulitis of shoulder: a retrospective cohort study.
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- A randomized controlled trial of brachial plexus block manipulation versus steroid injection in conscious patients for moderate to severe shoulder stiffness.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Trial
- Development of a Multidomain Conceptual Framework for Frozen Shoulder: A Systematic Review Integrating Clinical, Biological, Psychological and Lifestyle-Related Contributors.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
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Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the clinical efficacy of manipulation under brachial plexus block anesthesia (MUA) compared to standardized conservative treatment in patients with primary adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder (ACS). Methods: This retrospective cohort study analyzed 72 patients with primary ACS, allocated to either the MUA group ( Results: The MUA group demonstrated significantly greater improvement in all ROM parameters compared to the control group at all follow-up intervals ( Conclusion: MUA under brachial plexus block anesthesia is significantly more effective than standardized conservative treatment in restoring shoulder function, relieving pain, and accelerating return to normal activities in patients with primary adhesive capsulitis. The procedure demonstrates a favorable safety profile and high patient satisfaction, representing a valuable therapeutic option for conservative treatment failures. This study provides Level III evidence that MUA under brachial plexus block is superior to conservative treatment for primary adhesive capsulitis.
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