Developing a kinesiophobia scale for shoulder injuries
Official title: Development of the Multidimensional Kinesiophobia Scale for the Upper Extremity: A Scale Development Study
Run by Karadeniz Technical University · NCT06485934 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to measure fear of movement in people with shoulder injuries to better understand how it affects their recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Karadeniz Technical University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Istanbul and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 22, 2024 |
| Main results expected | June 1, 2026 |
| Study ends | June 1, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06485934 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals with shoulder injuries who have a Tampa Kinesiophobia Score greater than 37 points.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with malignancies, psychiatric drug use, or those who have received physiotherapy in the last six months may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to create a multi-factor kinesiophobia scale specifically designed for individuals with shoulder injuries. Participants will undergo two assessments, where the first will evaluate various outcomes and the second will focus on the newly developed kinesiophobia scale. The study seeks to address the limitations of existing scales that do not adequately assess kinesiophobia in the context of upper extremity conditions. By gathering data from participants with specific shoulder pathologies, the study aims to enhance the understanding of kinesiophobia in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more accurate tool for assessing kinesiophobia in patients with shoulder injuries, leading to better-targeted interventions.
How similar studies have gone: While there may be existing kinesiophobia scales, this specific approach to developing a scale tailored for shoulder injuries is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Tampa Kinesiophobia Score \>37 points * Presence of traumatological, orthopedic and rheumatological pathology in the upper extremity * Mini-Mental State Examination score \>24 points Exclusion Criteria: * Malignancy, * Psychiatric drug use, * Use of painkillers during evaluation periods, * Those who received physiotherapy before the study (last 6 months), * Those whose education level is below secondary school level,
Where it's running
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Clinic of İstanbul Hand-Microsurgery Rehabilitation
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting -
Clinic of İstanbul Hand-Microsurgery Rehabilitation
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Emre Şenocak, PhD
- Email: emre.senocak@windowslive.com
- Phone: +90 553 569 56 92
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.