We explored the effectiveness of intra-articular injections combining hyaluronic acid and tramadol in treating adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder.
We compared this approach to hyaluronic acid injections alone among thirty patients. The results showed that patients receiving both treatments experienced faster pain relief without adverse effects.
However, the study also suggests that while the combination therapy is beneficial, it does not indicate a significant overall improvement over hyaluronic acid alone.
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Innovative hydrogel shows promiseAn injectable thermosensitive hyaluronic acid/pluronic F-127 hydrogel for deep penetration and combination therapy of frozen shoulder.
Relevant for treatment advancements
We explored the effectiveness of a new injectable hydrogel combining hyaluronic acid and pluronic F-127 to treat frozen shoulder, a condition that causes joint stiffness due to inflammation.
Our study revealed that this hydrogel, loaded with dexamethasone and collagenase, significantly improved joint mobility compared to traditional medication alone. The hydrogel was designed to release its drugs steadily for about 10 days, which helps break down excessive collagen that limits movement.
Overall, our findings highlight the potential of this combined hydrogel therapy as a promising option for individuals dealing with frozen shoulder.
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Hyaluronic acid enhances treatment outcomesEfficacy of combined ultrasound-guided hydrodilatation with hyaluronic acid and physical therapy in patients with adhesive capsulitis: A randomised controlled trial.
Significant relevance for treatment strategies
We assessed the impact of combining ultrasound-guided hydrodilatation with hyaluronic acid and physical therapy versus physical therapy alone on patients with frozen shoulder.
In a well-structured study involving 62 participants, half received the combined treatment while the other half followed just physical therapy.
Results showed that the group receiving the hyaluronic acid along with physical therapy experienced additional benefits, suggesting this combination could enhance recovery up to 12 weeks post-treatment.
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Hyaluronic acid shows effectivenessTreatment effects of ultrasound-guided capsular distension with hyaluronic acid in adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder.
High relevance for treatment options
We investigated how ultrasound-guided hyaluronic acid injections perform against steroid injections in treating frozen shoulder, specifically looking at pain relief and improved range of motion.
In a randomized trial with 100 participants, we treated groups either with a steroid injection or hyaluronic acid combined with capsular distension.
Both treatments proved effective, but we found that the hyaluronic acid approach particularly boosted passive external rotation more than steroids alone.
This suggests a promising option for managing this challenging condition.
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We assessed the effectiveness of hyaluronic acid treatment for frozen shoulder in a study involving 87 patients. Each participant had severe pain and limited movement, with some receiving hyaluronic acid injections prior to surgery.
After arthroscopic capsular release, we observed that improvements in shoulder function correlated with the severity of tendon adhesions. While all patients exhibited enhanced movement and strength post-surgery, hyaluronic acid's specific benefit remains unclear. Ultimately, it appears while some treatments help, hyaluronic acid may not have played a significant role.
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