The Effect of an Exercise Program Based on Attentional Focus Shifting on Clinical Outcomes in Rot… (NCT07546084) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Effect of an Exercise Program Based on Attentional Focus Shifting on Clinical Outcomes in Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)46 participantsStarted 2026-05-15
Plain-language summary
The aim of this clinical trial is to investigate the effects of an attention shift-based rehabilitation program on clinical outcomes in individuals with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain (RCRSP). The study will evaluate the effects of an attention shift approach, in which motor tasks targeting regions outside the shoulder are performed concurrently with standard shoulder exercises, on pain, functional status, and pain catastrophizing. These results will be compared with those of a standard shoulder rehabilitation program.
The main questions this study aims to answer are:
Is there a difference in pain levels between individuals with RCRSP who participate in an attention shift-based rehabilitation program and those who participate in a standard exercise program? Is there a difference between these two rehabilitation approaches in terms of shoulder function and pain catastrophizing?
Participants will:
Be randomly assigned to either an attention shift-based rehabilitation group or a standard shoulder rehabilitation group Participate in supervised exercise sessions twice per week for 6 weeks Attend sessions lasting approximately 60-75 minutes Undergo clinical assessments at baseline and at week 6
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Having symptoms persisting for at least 3 months
* Experiencing pain intensity of at least 3 on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) during activity
* Presence of a painful arc during shoulder flexion or abduction
* Positive Neer test or Hawkins-Kennedy test
* Pain provoked by resisted external rotation/abduction of the humerus, or a positive Jobe (Empty Can) test
* Having a clinical diagnosis of subacromial pain syndrome, rotator cuff tendinopathy, subacromial bursitis, or symptomatic partial/full-thickness rotator cuff tear
* Being able to understand and complete questionnaires in Turkish
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of adhesive capsulitis (≥30% limitation in passive range of motion)
* Advanced osteoarthritis of the shoulder
* History of fracture or dislocation affecting the shoulder region
* Advanced acromioclavicular joint pathology
* Massive rotator cuff tear (positive lag signs)
* Previous shoulder surgery
* Presence of neurological disorders
* Diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
* History of cancer
* Symptomatic cervical spine pathology
* Corticosteroid injection to the shoulder within the past 6 weeks
* Cognitive impairments that may interfere with the ability to perform clinical tasks or execute attention shift-based exercises
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
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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.