Abstract: Joint mobilization is the technique performed to reduce the pain and increase joint range of motion. It is applied to treat majority of joint problems. Mobilization techniques are performed on the basis of Maitland grades and forces are applied according to level of intensity of pain. Different methods are applied like distraction, compression, rolling and spinning to increase ROM by stretching soft tissues. Gong’s mobilization technique is end range mobilization technique in which a corrective Antero-Posterior glide is applied with the shoulder in the dynamic position followed by distraction and performing the restricted movement. The main objective of the study was to determine the effect of Gong’s mobilization on pain, range of motion and disability in subjects with frozen shoulder. Methods: This pilot study was conducted on 15 frozen shoulder subjects. Subjects with frozen shoulder, determined by self –administered positive test for frozen shoulder were included in the study. Gong’s mobilization was given as intervention program for two weeks. The measurement of pain, range of motion and disability was assessed for pre and post four weeks. Results: In the present study, the statistical analysis showed there was a significant difference in pre and post scores of pain, range of motion and disability with P value <0.005. Conclusion: This study demonstrated that gong’s mobilization is effective in improving pain, range of motion and disability in a group of frozen shoulder.
Keywords: Frozen shoulder, Pain, Range of motion, Disability, Gong’s mobilization.
Title: EFFECT OF GONG’S MOBILIZATION ON PAIN, RANGE OF MOTION AND DISABILITY IN FROZEN SHOULDER: A PILOT STUDY
Author: Manish Shrestha, Diker Dev Joshi
International Journal of Healthcare Sciences
ISSN 2348-5728 (Online)
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