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The Effect of Rigid Taping on Pain and Function in Individuals With Acromioclavicular Joint Degeneration
Led by Hacettepe University · Updated on 2026-01-12
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
5 weeks
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating whether rigid taping of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint can reduce shoulder pain and improve shoulder function in people with AC joint degeneration. This condition can cause pain during daily activities, work, and sports due to degenerative changes that increase stress around the joint. The study focuses on people with shoulder pain and a confirmed diagnosis of AC joint degeneration, aiming to assess the effects of adding rigid taping to a shoulder exercise program. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group will receive rigid taping of the AC joint once weekly for 4 weeks along with a standardized shoulder exercise program supervised by a physiotherapist; the other group will receive the same exercise program without taping. The exercise program emphasizes soft tissue flexibility, scapular stabilization, and rotator cuff activation, with weekly supervised sessions over 4 weeks. During the study, pain intensity, shoulder range of motion, and shoulder function will be evaluated at several time points: at the start (baseline), immediately after the first session to assess acute effects, at the end of the 4-week treatment, and at a 3-month follow-up. Weekly supervised visits will help monitor progress. The study will help determine whether rigid taping offers additional benefits when combined with exercise for people with AC joint degeneration.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Rigid Taping in Acromioclavicular Joint Degeneration
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- A clinical diagnosis of acromioclavicular (AC) joint degeneration confirmed by clinical examination and imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, or MRI)
- Shoulder pain lasting at least 4 weeks
- Age between 18 and 65 years
- Willingness to avoid additional treatments outside the study during the trial and provide written informed consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Current or previous diagnosis or history of acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation
- Diagnosis of frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- History of acute trauma or fracture involving the shoulder girdle such as clavicle fracture or shoulder dislocation
- History of shoulder surgery
- Systemic inflammatory joint disease like rheumatoid arthritis or other systemic arthropathies
- Skin conditions that prevent taping such as rash, open wounds, or known tape allergy
- Neuromuscular or neurological disorders affecting shoulder function
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 4 weeks
Participants receive either rigid acromioclavicular joint taping once weekly for 4 weeks in addition to a standardized shoulder exercise program supervised by a physiotherapist, or the exercise program alone without taping.
Weekly visits for up to 4 weeks
Duration - Approximately 2 months after treatment ends
Participants are monitored to assess the lasting effects of the treatment on shoulder pain, range of motion, and function.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Research Team
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Irem Duzgun, PhD, Prof
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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