Understanding the significance of rotator cuff disease

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 observational study aims to gather insights about patients with rotator cuff disease by evaluating various shoulder assessment questionnaires. It seeks to determine the minimal clinically important difference, substantial clinical benefit, and patient-acceptable symptomatic state values for these questionnaires. The study will involve exercise interventions to assess outcomes in rotator cuff patients. By analyzing these metrics, the study hopes to enhance understanding of patient experiences and treatment effectiveness.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* to be over 18 years old
* to be a rotator cuff patient

Exclusion Criteria:

* to have another pathology in the affected shoulder area
* to have a neurological, rheumatological, or oncological disease
* to have radiculopathy
* to have had a previous fracture or operation in the affected shoulder area
* to be not cooperative enough for what will be done within the scope of the study

Where it's running

• Kırklareli Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
  Kırklareli, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ozan Gür, MSc — Kırklareli University
• Study coordinator: Ozan Gür, MSc
• Email: ozan.gur94@gmail.com
• Phone: 506 338 38 49

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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.