The Effect of Video-Assisted Training on Upper Extremity Problems and Functions in Patients Undergoing Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Sponsor
- Mersin University
- Enrollment
- 48
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Change upper extremity functions
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 5 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effect of video-assisted training (VAT) on upper extremity problems and functions in rotator cuff repair (RCR) patients. The hypothesis of this study is that VAT decreases upper extremity problems and increases functions after RCR.
Detailed Description
Methods: Forty-eight elective RCR patients were randomly assigned to VAT and control groups. VAT group (n=24) received VAT including early post-operative care for RCR, activities of daily living (ADL) and gradual exercise program while control group (n=24) received routine care. Primary outcomes were upper extremity problems and functions, assessed using Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) and Modified Constant-Murley (MCM) scores. Secondary outcomes were complications within three months. Outcomes were collected at baseline, after six weeks and three months.
Investigators
Gulay ALTUN UGRAS
Associate professor
Mersin University
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Patients who
- •underwent elective RCR for the first time;
- •whose arm was suspended and fixed for up to three weeks after RCR;
- •had an SMMT score of ≥23 points;
Exclusion Criteria
- •Patients who
- •had been diagnosed with a psychiatric illness;
- •have any history of an upper extremity fracture or a rheumatologic disease;
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Change upper extremity functions
Time Frame: Change from baseline the Modified Constant-Murley score at 3 months
The patients' upper extremity functions were assessed using the Modified Constant-Murley score. The Modified Constant-Murley score consists of 100 points in total: 15 points for pain, 20 points for daily of living activities, 40 points for movement and 25 points for strength. The maximum MCM score is 100 points, with higher scores indicating better shoulder functions
Change upper extremity problems
Time Frame: Change from baseline the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score at 3 months
The patients' upper extremity problems were assessed using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand. The possible scores on each part of the questionnaire range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating a higher disability level of patients (0=no disability, 100=maximum disability)
Secondary Outcomes
- Change of complications(1st and 3rd months)