An observational study in Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain and Musculoskeletal Pain, sponsored by Lokman Hekim University. Completed at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Open to female participants. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-10-13.
Sponsored by Lokman Hekim University · Observational
This cross-sectional observational study aims to investigate the prevalence and associated factors of neck and shoulder pain in homemakers aged 25-55 years. The study will examine the relationships between neck and shoulder pain and demographic characteristics, duration and type of housework, fatigue, physical activity, smartphone and social media use, hobbies, posture, functional status, instrumental activities of daily living, and health-related quality of life. Neck-related disability will be assessed using the Neck Disability Index, upper extremity function using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire, instrumental activities of daily living using the Lawton and Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale, quality of life using the SF-12 Health Survey, and posture using the New York Posture Rating Chart. The findings are expected to contribute to identifying factors associated with neck and shoulder pain in homemakers and to inform future preventive and rehabilitative approaches.
This cross-sectional observational study is designed to investigate neck and shoulder pain and the factors associated with these complaints in homemakers aged 25-55 years. Homemakers are frequently exposed to repetitive upper extremity activities, prolonged postures, domestic workload, smartphone use, and other daily activities that may contribute to musculoskeletal symptoms. The study therefore aims to evaluate neck and shoulder pain within a multidimensional framework including demographic, lifestyle, physical, functional, and health-related characteristics.
Participants will be homemakers who have been actively engaged in housework for at least five years and who provide written informed consent. Women with orthopedic, neurological, or rheumatological diseases, thoracic outlet syndrome, cervical radiculopathy, diagnosed cervical disc herniation, recent surgery or injury affecting the neck or shoulder region, pregnancy or postpartum status, recent initiation of medication that may affect neck or shoulder pain, or acute trauma-related neck or shoulder pain will be excluded.
Demographic and lifestyle characteristics, including age, body weight, height, body mass index, marital status, duration of being a homemaker, number of children, menopausal status, smoking and alcohol use, daily duration and type of housework, fatigue severity, hobbies, smartphone use, social media use, and average daily step count, will be recorded using a general assessment form.
Neck and shoulder pain will be evaluated separately in terms of frequency, duration, and pain severity during the daytime, nighttime, movement, and rest. Neck-related disability will be assessed using the Neck Disability Index, while upper extremity functional status will be evaluated using the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire. Instrumental activities of daily living will be assessed using the Lawton and Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale, health-related quality of life using the SF-12 Health Survey, and posture using the New York Posture Rating Chart.
All assessments will be performed face-to-face. The study includes no therapeutic intervention or medical treatment. Data will be analyzed to examine the prevalence of neck and shoulder pain and the relationships between pain, functional status, posture, daily activities, lifestyle characteristics, and quality of life.
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The study population will consist of homemakers aged 25-55 years living in Ankara, Türkiye, who have been actively engaged in housework for at least five years and meet the study eligibility criteria. Participants will be recruited on a voluntary basis from the community.
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Exclusion Criteria:
Women aged 25-55 years who have been actively engaged in housework for at least five years and meet the study eligibility criteria will be included in this observational cohort. Participants will undergo assessments of neck and shoulder pain, fatigue, daily activities, physical activity, smartphone use, posture, functional status, instrumental activities of daily living, and health-related quality of life. No intervention or treatment will be administered as part of the study.
Other: Observational Assessment
Participants will undergo a one-time, face-to-face observational assessment including evaluation of neck and shoulder pain, fatigue, daily activities, physical activity, smartphone use, posture, functional status, instrumental activities of daily living, and health-related quality of life. No therapeutic intervention or medical treatment will be administered as part of the study.
Prevalence of Neck Pain
Presence of neck pain will be recorded as yes/no based on participant self-report.
Time frame: Baseline
Prevalence of Shoulder Pain
Presence of shoulder pain will be recorded as yes/no based on participant self-report.
Time frame: Baseline
Neck-Related Disability
The Neck Disability Index consists of 10 items scored from 0 to 5. Total scores range from 0 to 50, with higher scores indicating greater neck-related disability.
Time frame: baseline
Upper Extremity Disability
The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire evaluates symptoms and difficulty performing upper extremity activities. Scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating greater upper extremity disability.
Time frame: baseline
Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
The Lawton and Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale evaluates independence in eight instrumental activities of daily living. Total scores range from 0 to 8, with higher scores indicating greater independence.
Time frame: baseline
Health-Related Quality of Life
Health-related quality of life will be assessed using the 12-item Short Form-12, covering physical and mental health-related domains. Higher scores indicate better health status and quality of life.
Time frame: baseline
Postural Alignment
Posture will be assessed across 13 body regions by New York Posture Rating Chart. Total scores range from 13 to 65, with higher scores indicating better postural alignment.
Time frame: baseline
Plan to share: No
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