Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 2 Months to 6 Months

Assessing rehabilitation needs for stroke patients in Turkey

Official title: Turkish Validity and Reliability of the Expanded Rehabilitation Complexity Scale in Patients in the Stroke Palliative Care Unit

Run by Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital · NCT06573359 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see if a new scale can help doctors understand the rehabilitation needs of stroke patients in Turkey so they can get the right support during recovery.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages2 Months to 6 Months
SexAll
Enrollment110 (estimated)
SponsorIstanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Government
Locations1 site (Istanbul, Bahçelievler)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 24, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 26, 2024
Study endsJanuary 7, 2025
Registry record updatedNovember 8, 2024
Trial IDNCT06573359 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with stable subacute stroke.

Probably not a fit

Patients with unstable cardiac or neurovascular diseases may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to validate and establish the reliability of the Expanded Rehabilitation Complexity Scale (RCS) for stroke patients in Turkey. The RCS is designed to assess the complexity of rehabilitation needs and interventions, taking into account various factors such as care, nursing, therapy, and medical input. The study will involve 110 patients hospitalized in a palliative unit, utilizing tools like Barthel, FIM, and RCS-E for comprehensive analysis. The goal is to identify patients who may require extended rehabilitation support due to complex needs or acute illnesses during their recovery process.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the assessment of rehabilitation needs, leading to better tailored support for stroke patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in using similar assessment tools for rehabilitation needs, indicating potential for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

Clinical diagnoses of stroke -

Exclusion Criteria: unstable cardiac and neurovascular disease

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Where it's running

  • Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Research and Training Hospital
    Istanbul, Bahçelievler, Turkey (Türkiye)
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: sedef ersoy — Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
  • Study coordinator: sedef ersoy, MD
  • Email: sedef_ersoy@yahoo.com
  • Phone: +905339532025

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.