Comparison of Supervised Rehabilitation and Home Exercise Programs in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
Comparison of the Effectiveness of a Physiotherapist-Supervised Rehabilitation Program and Home Exercise Education in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome
Izmir Katip Celebi University
63 participants
Dec 2, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of physiotherapist-supervised rehabilitation and home exercise programs in individuals with subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS). SAIS is a common musculoskeletal disorder characterized by shoulder pain, reduced range of motion, and functional limitations, negatively affecting quality of life. Participants diagnosed with SAIS will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: a supervised rehabilitation group, a home exercise group, or a control group. Randomization will be performed using an online randomization tool. Individuals in the supervised rehabilitation group will receive a structured physiotherapy program administered by a physiotherapist, while those in the home exercise group will perform a standardized exercise program at home following initial instruction. Participants in the control group will not receive any intervention during the study period and will be assessed only. Outcome measures including pain intensity, upper extremity function, range of motion, grip strength, sleep quality, and quality of life will be evaluated at baseline and after the intervention period. The results of this study are expected to provide evidence regarding the comparative effectiveness of supervised and home-based exercise approaches in the management of SAIS.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria7
- Voluntary participation in the study
- Literate in Turkish
- Aged between 30 and 65 years
- No visual or hearing impairment
- Diagnosed with unilateral subacromial impingement syndrome by a specialist physician
- Positive painful arc test, Infraspinatus test, and Hawkins-Kennedy test
- Pain during overhead activities
Exclusion Criteria9
- Presence of a mental or psychological disorder that may affect study findings
- Inadequate cooperation
- History of upper extremity fracture within the last 6 months
- Presence of cervical neurological symptoms
- Glenohumeral instability
- Acromioclavicular joint pathology
- Full-thickness rotator cuff tear or total rupture
- Signs of glenohumeral osteoarthritis
- History of frozen shoulder
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Interventions
A physiotherapist-supervised rehabilitation program including pain management approaches, stretching exercises, range of motion exercises, scapular stabilization exercises, strengthening exercises, and activity modification training administered five days per week for four weeks.
A structured home exercise program including stretching, range of motion, scapular stabilization, and strengthening exercises performed independently at home for four weeks following an education session.
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NCT07568340