Evaluating virtual reality exercises for shoulder pain in adhesive capsulitis
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Based Exercises and Conventional Physical Therapy in the Treatment of Adhesive Capsulitis
This study is testing if virtual reality exercises can help people with shoulder pain from adhesive capsulitis feel better and move their shoulders more easily compared to regular physical therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 75 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kirşehir, City Centre) |
| Trial ID | NCT06201325 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of virtual reality-based exercises compared to conventional physical therapy in improving shoulder pain, mobility, functional ability, and quality of life in patients with adhesive capsulitis. Adhesive capsulitis is a condition that leads to painful and progressive loss of shoulder motion, affecting a significant number of adults, particularly those aged 40 to 70. The study will involve participants engaging in virtual reality exercises, conventional physical therapy, and a home exercise program to determine if the virtual reality approach offers superior benefits. The research will track improvements in pain levels and shoulder function over the course of the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-65 with a clinical diagnosis of adhesive capsulitis and a specific loss of shoulder range of motion.
Not a fit: Patients who have had recent upper extremity surgery, injuries, or infections, or those with uncontrolled hypertension or neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a novel and effective treatment option for patients suffering from adhesive capsulitis.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of virtual reality in rehabilitation is an emerging field, similar studies have shown promising results in other conditions, suggesting potential for success in this approach for adhesive capsulitis.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18-65 * Clinical diagnosis of adhesive capsulitis * Patients with loss of range of motion in a capsular pattern (external rotation \>abduction \> internal rotation) * Participant signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Surgery on the upper extremity or trunk * Upper extremity injury in the last 6 months * Injections in the shoulder area in the last 6 months * Systemic or local infection of shoulder * Uncontrolled hypertension * Inability to cooperate VR * Patient with malignancy * Neurological disease
Where this trial is running
Kirşehir, City Centre
- Ahi Evran University — Kirşehir, City Centre, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Basak Cigdem KARACAY, assist prof — Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi
- Study coordinator: Basak Cigdem KARACAY, assist prof
- Email: basak.cigdemkaracay@ahievran.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 386 280 39 00
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.