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Investigation of the Effectiveness of Flossing in Hemiplegic Patients With Shoulder Pain

Turkey (Türkiye)40 participantsStarted 2025-12-03

Plain-language summary

This study aims to contribute to clinical practice by investigating the effectiveness of flossband application on range of motion, functionality, pain and sleep quality in hemiplegic patients with shoulder pain.

Who can participate

Age range

30 Years – 55 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria * Individuals with a clinical diagnosis of stroke * Individuals between the ages of 30 and 55 * Individuals experiencing hemiplegic shoulder pain (VAS ≥ 3) and/or limited joint movement * Individuals who have been at least 6 months post-stroke (chronic phase) * Individuals who have an active range of motion of at least 90° in shoulder flexion and abduction * Individuals with stable vital signs * Individuals who volunteer to participate in the study and who understand the purpose and process of the study and sign a written informed consent form Exclusion Criteria * Presence of serious orthopedic problems such as shoulder fractures, dislocations, or rotator cuff tears * Presence of skin lesions or circulatory disorders that may prevent flossband application * Spasticity in the affected arm (Modified Ashworth Scale ≥1) * Those with a latex allergy to the flossband material * Those with acute inflammatory conditions or acute pain

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?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

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.

What they're measuring

Shoulder Pain and Disability Index

Timeframe: 8 weeks

The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index

Timeframe: 8 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07261007

SponsorUskudar University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-01-15

Contact for this trial

Ömer ŞEVGİN

+905069787535 omer.sevgin@uskudar.edu.tr

View on ClinicalTrials.gov More Shoulder Pain trials

Who can participate

Age range

30 Years – 55 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.