Kinesiophobia in Chronic Neck Pain

In this study, the effect of kinesiophobia on pain, disability, and quality of life in individuals with chronic neck pain will be evaluated. Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder that can become chronic in some individuals. Kinesiophobia may lead to a reduction in physical activity due to fear of movement and re-injury, thereby increasing pain and disability. In this cross-sectional study, 57 participants will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK), Neck Disability Index (NDI), and the SF-36 Quality of Life Scale. Participants will be selected from individuals aged 18-59 who have experienced neck pain for at least 3 months, and those with a history of neurological disorders, spinal surgery, or pain treatment in the last 3 months will be excluded. This research aims to determine the effects of kinesiophobia on chronic neck pain, thereby contributing to the development of more effective treatment strategies. Written informed consent will be obtained from all participants.

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Key information

Conditions

Neck Pain Anxiety Disorders Chronic Pain Kinesiophobia Mental Disorders Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Phobic Disorders Signs and Symptoms

Age range

18 year–59 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Liv hospital Vadistanbul

Istanbul, 34381, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Adults aged 18 to 59
Patients of both genders experiencing neck pain for at least 3 months

Exclusion criteria

Patients with neurological deficits
Patients with any neurological disorder
Patients with a history of spinal fractures, spinal tumors, or spinal infections
Patients with a history of spinal surgery
Patients with any congenital spinal anomaly
Patients with vestibular disorders
Patients taking antidepressant and antihypertensive medications
Patients unwilling to participate in the study
Patients who have received any pain treatment in the last 3 months
Patients who have engaged in any strenuous physical activity within the 24 hours prior to the assessment

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

tampa kinesiophobia scale

Time frame: 1 day
sf 36

Time frame: 1 day

Quality of Life

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Evaluation of the Role of Kinesiophobia on Pain, Disability, and Quality of Life in Individuals With Chronic Neck Pain

Important dates

Study start: 2025
Primary completion: 2026
Study completion: 2026
First posted: Feb 27, 2025
Registry last updated: Apr 29, 2026

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