An observational study in Musculoskeletal Pain - Acute and Subacute Conditions, Exercise (EX) and Beliefs, sponsored by Istinye University. Completed at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Open to participants aged 18 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-10-01.
Sponsored by Istinye University · Observational
This observational study aims to investigate the relationship between exercise benefits and barriers, pain beliefs, and activity patterns in individuals experiencing musculoskeletal pain. Participants will complete questionnaires about their pain, exercise habits, and daily activity patterns. The study does not involve any interventions or treatments. The purpose is to better understand how beliefs and perceived barriers influence physical activity in people with musculoskeletal pain, which may help inform future strategies to improve exercise participation and overall well-being.
This observational study will include individuals experiencing musculoskeletal pain. Participants will be asked to complete a series of questionnaires assessing pain intensity, exercise benefits and barriers, pain-related beliefs, and activity patterns. The study aims to explore the relationships among these factors to better understand how pain perceptions and perceived barriers affect physical activity.
No interventions, treatments, or medications will be administered as part of this study. All data will be collected confidentially, and participation is voluntary. Participants may withdraw from the study at any time without any consequences. The findings of this research may help inform future strategies to improve exercise adherence and overall quality of life in individuals with musculoskeletal pain.
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The study will include adults aged 18-65 years who have experienced musculoskeletal pain within the past 6 months. Participants must be able to read and understand Turkish and provide informed consent. Individuals with acute trauma, recent surgery, severe cardiovascular, neurological, or psychiatric conditions, cognitive impairments, or who are pregnant will be excluded.
Adults aged 18-65 years Experiencing musculoskeletal pain (must have experienced musculoskeletal pain within the past 6 months) Voluntarily agree to participate and provide signed informed consent Able to read and understand Turkish (to complete questionnaires accurately)
Exclusion Criteria Younger than 18 years or older than 65 years Acute trauma, recent surgery, or infection causing temporary musculoskeletal pain Severe cardiovascular, neurological, or psychiatric disorders unrelated to musculoskeletal pain Pregnant women (due to potential physiological changes affecting musculoskeletal pain) Cognitive or mental impairments preventing accurate completion of study questionnaires
Exclusion Criteria:
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All participants experiencing musculoskeletal pain will complete questionnaires assessing pain intensity, exercise benefits and barriers, pain beliefs, and activity patterns. No interventions or treatments will be administered.
Other: This is an observational study. No interventions or treatments are administered.
Not applicable - observational study, no interventions administered
Pain Beliefs (PBQ)
Participants' perceived benefits of and barriers to exercise will be assessed using the Exercise Benefits/Barriers Scale.
Time frame: Single assessment at survey completion
Exercise Benefits and Barriers (EBBS)
Participants' perceived benefits of and barriers to exercise will be assessed using the Exercise Benefits/Barriers Scale.
Time frame: Single assessment at survey completion
Pain-Related Activity Patterns (POAM-P)
Participants' activity patterns in relation to pain and pain management strategies will be measured using the Pain-Related Activity Patterns Questionnaire .
Time frame: Single assessment at survey completion
Demographic Data
Age, sex, education level, and occupation will be collected using a demographic questionnaire.
Time frame: Single assessment at survey completion
Plan to share: No — The study will not share individual participant data to protect participants' privacy and confidentiality. Data include sensitive health information, and sharing it could risk identification of participants.
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