KINESIOPHOBIA

This study explores whether adding motor imagery (mentally practicing shoulder movements) to standard physical therapy improves muscle activity, pain, and function after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. About 36 adults who have had this surgery will be split into two groups: one…

This study is testing whether a 15-minute virtual reality exercise program can reduce pain and improve movement in adults with chronic low back pain. Sixty participants will wear a VR headset and do guided exercises, then be evaluated for pain, flexibility, and fear of movement. …

This study looks at why women with stress urinary incontinence (leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, or exercising) develop kinesiophobia—a fear of movement. Researchers will survey 112 women to measure their fear of movement, physical activity levels, incontinence severity, an…

This study looks at how fear of movement (kinesiophobia), pain level, and physical abilities are connected in older adults with muscle or joint pain. Researchers will measure balance, strength, and fear in 60 people aged 65 and older during a single 30-minute session. The goal is…

This study looks at how simply expecting pain—without actually feeling any—can change the way your brain talks to your muscles. Healthy adults will be told that a harmless cream might cause pain, even though it does nothing. Researchers will measure brain activity and stress resp…