Manual Therapy Combined With Breathing (NCT07180225) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Manual Therapy Combined With Breathing
Turkey (Türkiye)52 participantsStarted 2024-02-10
Plain-language summary
Rotator cuff impingement syndrome is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and functional limitation, with manual therapy frequently employed in its management. This study aimed to investigate the additional effects of incorporating breathing exercises into manual therapy on pain and function.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* being between 18 and 65 years of age;
* the presence of at least one of the following clinical findings: positive Neer Impingement Test, positive Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement test, or painful arc during active abduction or flexion
* experiencing pain in at least one of the resisted tests for internal rotation, external rotation, abduction, or flexion
* being able to participate in the face-to-face treatment program consisting of a total of 18 sessions
Exclusion Criteria:
* a history of upper extremity fracture; undergoing shoulder surgery on the affected side within the past 12 months
* significant shoulder weakness or loss of active shoulder function; the presence of systemic musculoskeletal disorders
* symptom reproduction during active or passive cervical movements; the presence of consciousness disorders, cognitive impairments; and having any diagnosed cardiovascular disease
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.