Evaluation of Functional Status, Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Patients With Rotator Cuff Syndrome

Evaluation of Daily Life Activities in Patients With Rotator Cuff Syndrome

Pain is one of the most important factors affecting the quality of life. The quality of life of patients with pain and restricted shoulder movements can be affected in patients with Rotator Cuff Syndrome (RCS).

The aim of our study is to examine the effect of the pain on functional status, quality of life and physical activity levels in daily life activities of RCS patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients presenting with shoulder pain problems and diagnosed with RCS.
• Individuals between the ages of 19-64 were included in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Those who have mental disability at the level of understanding the test and preventing interviews.
• Those with any chronic problems (such as cancer, kidney failure)
• Those who receive special medical treatment (steroid therapy, chemotherapy, insulin use.)
• Those who had a pregnancy status were excluded from the study.