NCT06946472

Impact of Metabolic Syndrome on Rehabilitation Outcomes in Rotator Cuff Injury

Investigating the Impact of Metabolic Syndrome on Pain, Muscle Strength, Kinesthesia, and Functionality in Rotator Cuff Injury Rehabilitation

• Status: Active Not Recruiting
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 40 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Elif Dilara Durmaz · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 65 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This prospective comparative study aims to investigate the effect of Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) on the outcomes of a standardized rehabilitation program in patients with Rotator Cuff Injuries (RCI). Patients diagnosed with RCI will be divided into two groups based on the presence or absence of MetS, determined by NCEP-ATP III criteria. Both groups will receive the same 4-week physiotherapy protocol including hot pack, TENS, ultrasound, and therapeutic exercises. Pain intensity, pain threshold, muscle strength, kinesthesia, and shoulder functionality will be evaluated before and after treatment. The study hypothesizes that the presence of MetS negatively affects rehabilitation outcomes in patients with RCI by altering inflammation and tissue healing processes.

Detailed description

This study aims to investigate the differences in shoulder function and rotator cuff tear outcomes between individuals with and without Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). Participants will be divided into two groups: the MetS group, which meets at least three of the NCEP-ATP III criteria for Metabolic Syndrome, and the non-MetS group, which does not have MetS. Both groups will undergo an initial assessment, focusing on shoulder function, rotator cuff tear status, and associated factors such as age, gender, and general health conditions. The study will explore how MetS may impact the recovery and function of the shoulder in individuals with rotator cuff tears, aiming to provide insights into potential treatment and rehabilitation strategies for this population. Data will be collected at a single time point (cross-sectional study) to evaluate baseline conditions and differences between the two groups. Statistical analyses will be performed to compare outcomes and explore potential correlations with MetS criteria.

Conditions

• Rotator Cuff Injury (RCI)
• Metabolic Syndrome (MetS)

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-04-15
• Primary completion: 2025-06-15
• Completion: 2026-03-05
• First posted: 2025-04-27
• Last updated: 2025-12-19

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)