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Validity and Reliability of Bengali Language Shoulder Pain and Disability Index Version on Patients With Frozen Shoulder

Researchers translated and validated a shoulder disability scale for Bengali-speaking patients with frozen shoulder.

Study Credibility: Medium5.9/10Some supporting evidenceStudy has limitationsUse with caution
PublishedOct 2025Last reviewedMar 2026
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Summary

In plain language

Researchers translated and validated a shoulder disability scale for Bengali-speaking patients with frozen shoulder. The tool showed strong reliability, improving accessibility for older adults in South Asia.

Details

Use the full description to understand the study design, methods, and the limits of the findings.

This study validates a Bengali language version of a shoulder pain and disability assessment tool. Researchers establish the questionnaire's reliability and validity for Bengali-speaking populations, enabling accurate assessment of shoulder conditions in this demographic.

Research Quality Score

Scored March 30, 2026 using rubric v8_2026-03-10.

Assessment

The study provides a valuable tool for assessing shoulder pain in Bengali-speaking populations, which can be particularly useful for older adults. However, the lack of full text limits the ability to fully assess methodological rigor.

Category Breakdown

CategoryScoreRating
Study design6.7/10
Bias control6.7/10
Statistical methods5.0/10
Reporting completeness5.0/10
Conflicts & funding5.0/10
Replication5.0/10
Relevance to chosen population5.0/10
Journal Reliability7.5/10

Additional Notes

The study's focus on a specific language and condition limits its generalizability, but it fills an important niche for the target population.

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