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"Effectiveness of a Telerehabilitation Program Versus a Conventional Rehabilitation Program in Patients With Subacromial Pain"

NCT07536009 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 82

Last updated 2026-04-21

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Summary

The purpose of this prospective, randomized, parallel-group, single-center, controlled non-inferiority clinical trial is to determine whether a telerehabilitation program is non-inferior to a conventional rehabilitation program in patients with subacromial pain. Subacromial pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition, and while therapeutic exercise is the cornerstone of conservative management, adherence to home programs is often low. Conversely, conventional in-person physical therapy presents logistical and economic barriers for patients. This study aims to evaluate if a well-designed telerehabilitation program, utilizing information and communication technologies for remote monitoring, can provide an effective, accessible, and non-inferior alternative to conventional care. The primary outcome measured will be the change in shoulder function utilizing the QuickDASH questionnaire at 12 weeks. Secondary outcomes will assess pain intensity (VAS), range of motion (ROM), treatment adherence, and long-term functional outcomes.

Conditions

  • Subacromial Impingement Syndrome

Interventions

OTHER

Digital Physical Therapy (Telerehabilitation)

Multimodal digital intervention delivered via the Moodle platform. It includes a structured therapeutic exercise program (mobility, stretching, and progressive strengthening of rotator cuff and periscapular muscles), asynchronous remote monitoring by a physical therapist, and digital health education. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) components focused on pain reconceptualization and coping strategies are also integrated. Patients perform 30-minute daily sessions, 3-4 times per week, for a duration of 12 to 24 weeks.

OTHER

Conventional Physical Therapy

Standard in-person rehabilitation program conducted at the clinic. The intervention consists of supervised therapeutic exercises (similar to the experimental group), manual therapy techniques (joint mobilization and soft tissue manipulation as clinically indicated), and verbal health education provided by the physical therapist. Patients attend 2-3 in-person sessions per week, each lasting 30 minutes, for 12 to 24 weeks, complemented by printed home exercise instructions.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social

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Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-04-15
Primary Completion
2026-12-31
Completion
2027-05-30

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