Comparing electric stimulation and mirror therapy for stroke recovery
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Mirror Therapy and Functional Electrical Stimulation Bicycle Ergometry Therapy Applied to the Lower Extremity in Stroke Patients
NA · Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital · NCT06558721
This study is testing whether electric stimulation combined with bike therapy or mirror therapy helps stroke survivors improve their leg function better after their first stroke.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 45 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Education and Research Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Çankaya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06558721 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of functional electric stimulation combined with bicycle ergometer therapy versus mirror therapy in improving lower extremity function in stroke patients. Participants will be stroke survivors aged 18-85 who have experienced their first stroke within the last six months and have specific levels of motor function and spasticity. The study will involve a comparison of these two rehabilitation techniques to determine which is more beneficial for recovery. The interventions will include conventional rehabilitation methods alongside the experimental therapies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-85 who have had a unilateral stroke within the last six months and meet specific motor function criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with bilateral strokes, severe comorbidities, or other neurological and psychiatric conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients, leading to improved mobility and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there is existing research on rehabilitation techniques for stroke, the specific combination of functional electric stimulation with bicycle ergometer therapy and mirror therapy is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18-85 age * Unilateral stroke * First time stroke * Time after stroke less than 6 months * Lower extremity Brunnstrom stage: 2-4 * Lower extremity spasticity Modified Ashworth Scale: less than 3 * Patient with sitting balance * Mini Mental Test Score higher than 23 * Patients signed approval form Exclusion Criteria: * Bilateral stroke * Neurological disease other than stroke * Psychiatric disease * Lower extremity orthopedic problem * Visual or audience problem * Neglect * Severe aphasia * Contraindications of electrical stimulation (cardiac implantation etc.) * Severe comorbidity (cardiac failure etc.) * Seizure * Acute deep vein thromboembolism * Local infection * Botulinum toxin injection of lower extremity less than 3 month
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Çankaya
- Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital — Ankara, Çankaya, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Engin Koyuncu, Prof. Dr. — Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
- Study coordinator: Muhammed Sefa Çınar, Asist. Dr.
- Email: muh_cinar@hotmail.com
- Phone: 03122911000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Stroke, Lower Extremity, Mirror Therapy, Functional Electric Stimulation, Bicycle Ergometer