Exploring the Efficacy of Gong’s Mobilization Versus Angular Joint Mobilization on Physical and Functional Outcomes in Frozen Shoulder: Insights from ICF Core Set and RPS Form - A Case Report

Background: Frozen Shoulder (FS) is a painful condition marked by discomfort and stiffness. The affected shoulders range of motion is limited to less than 50% of the opposing shoulder. Gong’s mobilization is an end range mobilization which helps in improving range and functional impairment. Angular Joint Mobilization (AJM) helps in reducing shoulder pain, increased range of motion, and decreased disability. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). The ICF core sets address the domains and categories relevant to a particular health condition by which it can be utilized systematically to evaluate and document the specific areas of activity limitation and participation restriction experienced by the patient. Aim: The aim of the study is to compare the effectiveness of Gong’s mobilization versus angular joint mobilization in patients with frozen shoulders on physical and functional outcome using ICF corset. Methodology: Two patients diagnosed with frozen shoulder stage 2 who meet the inclusion were assessed with the baseline outcome measurement of PENN shoulder scale, ROM and UEFS by using ICF corset, one patient was treated with Gongs technique and one with angular joint mobilization for 2 weeks. Rehabilitation protocol was designed using Rehabilitation Problem solving form (RPS-Form). Result: The patient who received AJM showed positive improvement in pain, ROM, functional activity and disability than Gongs mobilization after 2 weeks. Conclusion: Angular Joint Mobilization significantly improved pain, ROM, function, and disability over 2 weeks using the ICF corset and rehabilitation form. Major Findings: Angular Joint Mobilization (AJM) was more effective than Gong’s mobilization in reducing pain, enhancing range of motion (ROM), and improving functional outcomes in stage 2 frozen shoulder. The use of the RPS form and ICF core set facilitated personalized rehabilitation planning, establishing AJM as the optimal intervention for advanced cases.