Comparing physiotherapy with kinesio taping and local vibration therapy for shoulder pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a standard physiotherapy program combined with kinesio taping (KT) or local vibration therapy (LVT) in treating individuals with chronic subacromial pain syndrome. A total of 63 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: one receiving physiotherapy with KT, another with LVT, and a control group receiving only physiotherapy. Pain intensity, joint movement, muscle strength, functionality, and quality of life will be assessed using various scales and ultrasonographic imaging. The study will compare the outcomes after 3 and 6 weeks of treatment, as well as the maintenance of effects after 3 and 6 months.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Volunteering to participate in the study,
* Being over 18 years of age,
* Having diagnosed with subacromial impingement syndrome,
* SIS-related complaints have persisted for at least 3 months,
* Not having received any treatment for shoulder problems in the last 6 months,
* No history of shoulder injury other than subacromial impingement and/or shoulder symptoms requiring treatment for the last 1 year,
* To be able to read and write Turkish in order to complete all evaluations and applications in the study and to carry out evaluations that require reading and writing.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having a history of fractures and surgery in the upper extremity and cervicothoracic region,
* Having another neurological, orthopedic or rheumatic shoulder problem such as frozen shoulder or instability,
* Having a systemic musculoskeletal disease,
* Known chest deformity, scoliosis diagnosis and physical disability,
* Presence of a skin problem or a condition that may be a contraindication to the application in the area where KT or LVT will be applied.

Where it's running

• Dokuz Eylül University
  Izmir, Balçova, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Sevgi Sevi Yeşilyaprak, PhD
• Email: ssyesilyaprak@gmail.com
• Phone: +905055882829

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.