Table 2 Time points at which outcomes are assessed
Outcome | Measurement | Time point |
|---|---|---|
Primary | ||
Pain and function | Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) 13-item total scale [16, 17] | 0, 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Secondary | ||
Pain | Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) 5-item subscale [16, 17] | 0, 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Function | Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) 8-item subscale [16, 17] | 0, 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Health-related quality life | EQ-5D-5L score [18] | 0, 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Psychological factors | Fear Avoidance Belief Questionnaire physical activity 5-item subscale [19] Pain Self-Efficacy Questionnaire (short form) insomnia [20] | 0, 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Sleep disturbance | Insomnia Severity Index [21] | 0, 8 weeks., 6 months, 12 months |
Global Impression of Treatment | Patient-rated Likert scale [22] | 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Return to desired activities | Patient-reported return to desired activities, including work, social life and sport activities | 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Exercise adherence | Patient-reported adherence to exercise | 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Work disability | Sick leave (days) | 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Healthcare use | NHS outpatient and community services (e.g., GP, additional physical therapy) NHS inpatient and day case (e.g., radiography, magnetic resonance imaging) Private health care services | 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |
Out-of-pocket expenses | Patient-related out-of-pocket expenses recording form | 8 weeks, 6 months, 12 months |