Examining how body awareness affects shoulder function and mental health in rotator cuff issues
"The Effect of Body Awareness Level on Shoulder Functionality and Psychological Factors in Rotator Cuff Pathologies"
Medipol University · NCT06797232
This study looks at how being aware of your body affects shoulder movement and mental health in people with rotator cuff problems compared to healthy individuals.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 30 Days to 65 Days |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medipol University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (İstanbul, Beykoz) |
| Trial ID | NCT06797232 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the relationship between body awareness levels and shoulder functionality in patients with rotator cuff pathologies. It aims to understand how psychological factors may influence the severity of shoulder pain and movement restrictions. Participants will include individuals diagnosed with partial supraspinatus rupture and healthy volunteers, allowing for a comparative analysis. The study will assess the impact of body awareness on both physical and mental health outcomes related to shoulder conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals aged 30-65 with a diagnosis of partial supraspinatus rupture and persistent unilateral shoulder pain lasting more than four weeks.
Not a fit: Patients who have undergone shoulder surgery or have uncontrolled systemic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance treatment approaches for rotator cuff syndrome by integrating psychological factors into rehabilitation strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, previous research has indicated that psychological factors can significantly impact physical rehabilitation outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of partial supraspinatus rupture by an orthopedics and traumatology specialist * Shoulder pain lasting more than 4 weeks * Unilateral shoulder pain, * Not having been previously included in any physiotherapy program due to a shoulder problem, * Body mass index (BMI) ≤ 30 kg/m² * Individuals being cooperative Exclusion Criteria: * Having had shoulder surgery before, * Receiving local corticosteroid injection/corticosteroid treatment within the last three months, * Presence of uncontrolled neurological, cardiac, systemic disease that will prevent function, * Presence of disease that will affect the cognitive and visual systems. Inclusion Criteria for Healthy Volunteer Group * Individuals between the ages of 30-65 * Healthy volunteer participants * Participants of the same age and gender Exclusion Criteria for Healthy Volunteer Group * Presence of shoulder pain in the last 6 months * Pain in 90° shoulder abduction and flexion * Presence of night pain in the shoulder * Having a body mass index (BMI) \>30 kg/m2 * Having any systemic, neurological or rheumatological disease
Where this trial is running
İstanbul, Beykoz
- Özlem Görgülü Göksu — İstanbul, Beykoz, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Özlem Görgülü Göksu, PT, MSc
- Email: ozlemgrgl94@gmail.com
- Phone: +905386301995
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.
Conditions: Rotator Cuff Syndrome, Body Awareness Body İmage Rotator cuff Mental health