RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07261007

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

Investigation of the Effectiveness of Flossing in Hemiplegic Patients With Shoulder Pain: Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

Uskudar University

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Dec 3, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Shoulder Pain Hemiplegia

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.

Eligibility

Min Age: 30 YearsMax Age: 55 Years

Inclusion Criteria7

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 Criteria5

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

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Interventions

OTHERcontrol

conventional physiotherapy applications; TENS, hotpack, ultrasound and exercise.

OTHERflossing

conventional physiotherapy applications; TENS, hotpack, ultrasound and exercise. The floss band application will cover the area around the shoulder joint (specifically the deltoid, pectoralis major, and subscapularis). The bandage will be applied in a spiral pattern, starting from the mid-distal portion of the deltoid muscle and working distally to proximally. It will be applied with approximately 50% tension.