Effectiveness of action observation therapy for stroke rehabilitation
Investigating the Effectiveness of Action Observation Therapy Applied in Addition to Conventional Treatment in Stroke Patients
This study tests if watching and mimicking movements can help stroke survivors recover better than just doing regular exercises.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | KTO Karatay University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Konya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06501014 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of action observation therapy in patients who have suffered a stroke. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an experimental group, which will engage in action observation-based exercises, or a control group that will follow conventional exercise routines. Both groups will continue their routine treatments, and the study will assess the outcomes after 24 sessions over 8 weeks. The goal is to determine if action observation therapy can enhance rehabilitation outcomes compared to standard exercises.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who are in the chronic phase of stroke recovery and can stand and walk independently.
Not a fit: Patients with additional neurological or orthopedic conditions affecting motor performance, communication issues, or those aged 85 and over may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could significantly improve rehabilitation outcomes for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of action observation therapy may be novel, similar rehabilitation techniques have shown promise in improving outcomes for stroke patients in previous studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Stroke patients in the chronic phase (more than 6 months have passed since the stroke) * Patients over 18 years of age * Patients who can stand and walk independently (including those using walking aids) Exclusion Criteria: * Additional disease (neurological, orthopedic, etc.) that may affect motor performance and balance. * Patients with communication problems * Patients aged 85 and over
Where this trial is running
Konya
- KTO Karatay University — Konya, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Osman Karaca, PhD — KTO Karatay University
- Study coordinator: Osman Karaca, PhD
- Email: osmankaracaftr@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 444 1251
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.