Effects of Rigid Taping in Acromioclavicular Joint Degeneration
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-65
SponsorHacettepe University
About this trial
This study will examine whether rigid taping applied to the acromioclavicular (AC) joint can reduce shoulder pain and improve shoulder function in people with AC joint degeneration. Participants with shoulder pain and a confirmed diagnosis of AC joint degeneration will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: (1) rigid taping plus a standardized exercise program or (2) the same exercise program without taping. The program will last 4 weeks, with weekly supervised visits. Pain, shoulder motion, and shoulder function will be assessed at baseline, after the first session (acute effect), at the end of treatment (Week 4), and at a 3-month follow-up.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
A clinical diagnosis of acromioclavicular (AC) joint degeneration confirmed by clinical examination and imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, or MRI).
Shoulder pain duration of at least 4 weeks.
Age between 18 and 65 years
Willingness to refrain from any additional treatments outside the study protocol during the study period (e.g., medication changes, injections, or physiotherapy elsewhere) and to provide written informed consent
Disqualifiers
Current or previous diagnosis/history of acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation.
Diagnosis of frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis).
History of acute trauma or fracture involving the shoulder girdle (e.g., clavicle fracture, shoulder dislocation).
History of shoulder surgery.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Rigid Taping
- Exercise Program
Treatment groups
28 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov