Effects of dual-task exercises on cognitive function and balance in liver transplant patients
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Doctoral Thesis Work
NA · Hasan Kalyoncu University · NCT05909371
This study is testing if special exercises that combine thinking and moving can help liver transplant patients improve their balance and brain function.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hasan Kalyoncu University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Gaziantep) |
| Trial ID | NCT05909371 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how motor-cognitive dual-task exercises can improve cognitive function, balance, and functional capacity in patients who have undergone liver transplantation. Participants will be divided into two groups, one receiving classical physiotherapy and the other engaging in motor-cognitive exercises. The research aims to address cognitive dysfunctions that can arise post-transplant, which may affect the quality of life. The study will be conducted at the Liver Transplant Institute Hospital in Malatya, Turkey.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals over 50 years old who have recently undergone a liver transplant and are hemodynamically stable.
Not a fit: Patients with neurological or neuropsychiatric problems, or those unable to participate due to orthopedic disabilities, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance cognitive and physical recovery in liver transplant patients, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited information on similar studies, the approach of using dual-task exercises in rehabilitation has shown promise in other patient populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteering to participate * Having performed a liver transplant over the age of 50 * Spontaneous breathing * Being hemodynamically stable * Ability to read and write * Not having an orthopedic disability and functional capacity limitation * Being conscious and cooperative Exclusion Criteria: * Not agreeing to participate in the study * Not continuing the treatment regularly * Having neurological or neuropsychiatric problems * Being colorblind
Where this trial is running
Gaziantep
- Hasan Kalyoncu University — Gaziantep, Turkey (RECRUITING)
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: Liver Transplantation