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Can a phone app replace physical therapy for shoulder pain?

NCT ID NCT07536009

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares a home-based digital rehab program to standard in-person physical therapy for people with shoulder pain (subacromial impingement). About 82 adults will be randomly assigned to either a 12-24 week digital program using a smartphone or computer, or conventional in-person therapy. The goal is to see if the digital option works just as well for improving shoulder function and reducing pain.

What this could mean

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Active substance
digital physical therapy (telerehabilitation) delivered via a smartphone, tablet, or computer
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a convenient, effective home-based alternative to in-person physical therapy for shoulder pain, making treatment more accessible.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial (82 people) comparing two approaches, not testing a new drug. The digital program may not work as well as in-person therapy for everyone, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 82 people

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Expected to start

Apr 2026

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Expected to finish

May 2027

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Lead sponsor

A government agency

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women aged 18 years or older. * Diagnosis of Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS) based on clinical criteria (pain with overhead activities, painful arc, positive Neer, Hawkins, or Jobe test). Radiological confirmation (ultrasound and/or magnetic resonance imaging) is accepted. * Access to the internet and a device (smartphone, tablet, or computer) capable of running the telerehabilitation platform. * Willingness and ability to provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Shoulder pain caused by fractures, tumors, infections, or severe systemic pathologies. * Previous surgery on the affected shoulder within the last 3 months. * Prior joint injection (corticosteroid infiltration) in the affected shoulder within the last 3 months. * Subjects with partial or full-thickness rotator cuff tears. * Patients currently receiving concurrent physical therapy (PT) or any other external interventions for the shoulder condition. * Current participation in another rehabilitation or exercise program. * Pregnancy. * Cognitive impairment, communication barriers, or any condition that prevents the patient from following the remote instructions.

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