NCT07139665

Subacromial Space in Chronic Stroke Patients

Investigation of Subacromial Space, Shoulder Pain, and Shoulder Disability Levels in Chronic Stroke Patients

• Status: Completed
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 51 (actual)
• Sponsor: Ankara University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 40 Years – 65 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study aims to examine the subacromial space, shoulder pain, and shoulder disability in chronic stroke patients. A total of 60 chronic stroke patients aged 40-65 with similar demographic characteristics are planned to be included in this study. Participants will be selected voluntarily from among chronic stroke patients presenting for routine examination and follow-up at the Neurology Outpatient Clinic of Başkent University Hospital and meeting the appropriate inclusion criteria. Detailed demographic information (age, gender, stroke duration, affected side, etc.) will be recorded for all individuals included in the study.

Detailed description

During the clinical assessment process, the subacromial space distance between the hemiplegic (affected) and healthy sides of the participants will be compared, and shoulder pain levels and shoulder disability levels will be examined. In this context, the subacromial space distance in the shoulder joint will be measured objectively using ultrasonography according to standard protocols. The severity of shoulder pain experienced by participants will be assessed subjectively using a Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Shoulder-related functional limitations and disability levels will be determined using a validated questionnaire, such as the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI). Based on the data obtained, the relationships between subacromial distance, shoulder pain, and shoulder disability levels will be statistically analyzed. To ensure the statistical power of the study, a sample size target of 85% will be calculated, and additional individuals will be included if necessary to reach the specified sample size.

Conditions

• Stroke

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-08-25
• Primary completion: 2025-10-20
• Completion: 2025-11-10
• First posted: 2025-08-24
• Last updated: 2025-11-24

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)