Relationship Between Neuropathic Pain, Pain Catastrophizing, and Adherence-Related Behavior in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome Observational Study

What this Trial Is About

Subacromial impingement syndrome is a common cause of shoulder pain that can affect daily life and quality of life. This research aims to evaluate the presence of neuropathic pain in patients with this condition and to explore how it relates to pain catastrophizing and behaviors related to treatment adherence. The study is a prospective observational cohort conducted by Abant Izzet Baysal University to better understand these interactions and support personalized rehabilitation strategies. Participants diagnosed with subacromial impingement syndrome will undergo a standard conservative physical therapy program as part of routine care. No experimental treatments will be given. The study will assess neuropathic pain and pain catastrophizing at the start and after two weeks of therapy. Secondary measures include pain intensity at rest, during activity, and at night, functional status, anxiety and depression levels, and adherence-related behavior. During the study, patients will be evaluated at baseline and after completing the physical therapy program using clinical and patient-reported outcome measures. Assessments include validated scales for neuropathic pain, pain catastrophizing, pain intensity, functional ability, psychological status, and adherence behaviors. The study will help clarify how these factors relate and may guide more individualized treatment approaches. Participants will be involved for approximately two weeks during their therapy course.

Neuropathic Pain, Catastrophizing, and Adherence in SAIS