Evaluation of Pain, Upper Extremity Function, and Social Appearance Anxiety in Adults With Obstet… (NCT07655271) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Evaluation of Pain, Upper Extremity Function, and Social Appearance Anxiety in Adults With Obstetric Brachial Plexus Palsy Who Underwent Shoulder Tendon Transfer Surgery
Turkey (Türkiye)80 participantsStarted 2026-07-01
Plain-language summary
This observational study aims to evaluate pain and upper extremity function in adults with obstetric brachial plexus palsy who underwent shoulder tendon transfer surgery using the Modified Hoffer technique during childhood. Data on the long-term clinical outcomes of this surgical procedure in adulthood are limited. Participants with obstetric brachial plexus palsy and healthy age-matched individuals will be assessed in a single session. The evaluations will include pain, range of motion, muscle strength, upper extremity functional status, social appearance anxiety, and role performance. The study aims to describe the clinical profile of adults with obstetric brachial plexus palsy after Modified Hoffer tendon transfer and compare their outcomes with healthy peers.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 40 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
Inclusion Criteria for Individuals With Brachial Plexus Birth Palsy:
* Being between 18 and 40 years of age.
* Having a diagnosis of unilateral brachial plexus birth palsy.
* Having undergone shoulder tendon transfer surgery using the Modified Hoffer Technique.
* Having at least 5 years elapsed since the last surgery.
* Having a cognitive and communication level sufficient to comply with the assessment process.
* Agreeing to participate voluntarily in the study and signing the informed consent form.
Inclusion Criteria for Healthy Individuals:
* Being between 18 and 40 years of age.
* Having no history of upper extremity-related surgery within the last 5 years.
* Having a cognitive and communication level sufficient to comply with the assessment process.
* Agreeing to participate voluntarily in the study and signing the informed consent form.
Exclusion Criteria for All Participants:
* Having a neurological disease.
* Having another orthopedic problem or a history of trauma in the affected upper extremity.
* Having a history of systemic disease requiring an acute attack or hospitalization within the last 3 months.
* Pregnancy or being less than 6 months postpartum.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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?
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What they're measuring
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Pain Intensity at Rest, During Activity, and at Night