Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 65

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 typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorKaradeniz Technical University
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Istanbul and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 22, 2024
Main results expectedJune 1, 2026
Study endsJune 1, 2026
Registry record updatedNovember 19, 2025
Trial IDNCT06485934 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

  • Clinic of İstanbul Hand-Microsurgery Rehabilitation
    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Recruiting
  • Clinic of İstanbul Hand-Microsurgery Rehabilitation
    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

Similar studies

Other studies for the same condition or treatment. Recruiting studies are listed first.

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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.