Association between pain, stiffness, mood, catastrophizing, and perceived social support, in subjects with frozen shoulder: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Catastrophizing, mood disturbances, and low perceived social support are frequently reported in individuals with frozen shoulder (FS). This study aimed to investigate the associations between pain, perceived stiffness, mood, catastrophizing, and perceived social support in individuals with FS.

Methods

This cross-sectional exploratory online survey adhered to the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) guidelines. Participants clinically diagnosed with FS based on Kelley's criteria completed the questionnaire via Google Forms.

Results

Higher daytime pain was significantly associated with feelings of anger (p = 0.025) and sadness (p = 0.031). Catastrophizing thoughts, for example, "I will not be able to ra

SUBMITTER: Brindisino F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12069316 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature