Clinical Trial

Comparison of the Effectiveness of TENS and TENS + NMES Treatment in Stroke Patients With Shoulder Pain

Study acronym: TENS
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Record status
This record was last updated January 20, 2026 (before its estimated April 28, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
In this study, the effects of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (TENS + NMES) applied in addition to TENS on pain, shoulder joint range of motion and upper extremity functions will be comparatively evaluated in stroke patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain. In this direction, in the study; The effectiveness of both treatment approaches on the severity of hemiplegic shoulder pain, their contribution to shoulder functionality and daily living activities will be examined; It will be investigated whether NMES application added to TENS provides an additional clinical benefit compared to TENS.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07353190
Lead Sponsor Medical Park Bursa Hospital
Conditions Stroke, Shoulder Disease, Hemiplegia, Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain
Enrollment 40 participants
Start Date 2026-02-01
Primary Completion 2026-04-28 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-06-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-01-20