N/A N=48 Randomized Double-blind Basic Science

The Effect of Shoulder Mobilization on Muscle Strength and Proprioception: a Randomized Double-blind Study

Healthy Male and Female Subjects

Bottom Line

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Enrolled (actual)

Serious AEs

0.0%

Results posted

Dec 2025

Primary outcome: Primary: Proprioception — 54; 62.8; 86.7; 85.3 mm

Study Design & Population

Study type: Interventional
Phase: N/A
Interventions: Joint mobilization (Other); Sham (Other)
Age: Adult · 18+ yrs
Sex: All
Sponsor: Acibadem University
Primary completion: Jun 2025

Outcome Measures

Outcome	Result	p-value
PRIMARY Proprioception	52.3; 52.2; 91.2; 78.3	—
PRIMARY Proprioception	52.3; 52.2; 91.2; 78.3	—
SECONDARY Muscle Strength	18.3; 18.5; 16.6; 16.5; 9.83; 9.95	—
SECONDARY Muscle Strength	18.3; 18.5; 16.6; 16.5; 9.83; 9.95	—

Summary

This randomized, double-blind study examines the acute effects of shoulder mobilization on muscle strength and proprioception in healthy individuals. Forty-eight participants (aged 18-25) were randomly assigned to either a mobilization or sham intervention group. Muscle strength and proprioception were assessed before and after treatment. The mobilization group received passive shoulder joint glides, while the sham group underwent a placebo procedure. The study aims to determine whether mobilization affects strength and proprioception immediately.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Healthy university students aged 18-25 years.

Exclusion Criteria

Individuals with orthopedic problems in the shoulder complex.
Those who have undergone previous shoulder surgery.
Participants with prior knowledge of joint mobilization techniques that could affect the sham intervention.

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Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06910332). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication.