Core stabilization to improve recovery after traumatic hand injuries
The Effects of Core Stabilization Exercises on Functional and Emotional Status in Traumatic Hand Injuries
This project will test whether adding supervised or unsupervised core stabilization exercises to standard hand rehabilitation helps men aged 20–50 regain hand function and feel better emotionally after surgical treatment for traumatic hand injuries.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 51 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Istinye University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT07026747 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
Men aged 20–50 who received surgical treatment for traumatic hand injuries and have moderate-to-major scores on the Modified Hand Injury Severity Score (MHISS) will be assigned to one of three groups: standard hand rehabilitation alone, supervised core stabilization plus standard rehabilitation, or unsupervised core stabilization plus standard rehabilitation. Functional and emotional outcomes will be measured during the rehabilitation period to compare recovery across groups. The trial excludes people with chronic neurological, rheumatological, metabolic, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, or active infections. Interventions and follow-up take place at Istinye University Bahcesehir Liv Hospital and include both clinic-based supervised sessions and a home exercise component for the unsupervised arm.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Male patients aged 20–50 who have undergone appropriate surgical treatment for traumatic hand injuries and have a moderate, severe, or major MHISS score are the target participants.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic illnesses (neurological, rheumatological, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or cardiovascular diseases), active infection, women, or those outside the 20–50 age range are not eligible and therefore would not receive benefit from this protocol.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, adding core stabilization could improve hand function, reduce emotional distress, and help patients return to work sooner.
How similar studies have performed: Some rehabilitation research suggests trunk/core stabilization can benefit upper-limb function, but applying core stabilization specifically to postoperative traumatic hand injuries is relatively novel and not yet widely established.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Having been diagnosed with a traumatic hand injury * Having received surgical treatment appropriate to the type of injury * Being a male individual between 20 and 50 years of age * Having a moderate, severe, or major score according to the Modified Hand Injury Severity Score (MHISS) Exclusion Criteria: * Having a chronic illness such as neurological, rheumatological, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or cardiovascular diseases * Presence of infection
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Istinye University Bahcesehir Liv Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Baran UYANIK, MSc
- Email: ptbaranbayram@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 05335017926
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.