Evaluating hand function changes in Parkinson's patients receiving physiotherapy
Official title: Examining the Clinical Significance of the Change in Manual Dexterity of Parkinson's Patients Receiving Conventional Physiotherapy
Run by Karadeniz Technical University · NCT06490809 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if regular physiotherapy can improve hand function in people with Parkinson's disease and how much improvement is needed to make a real difference in their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 50 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Karadeniz Technical University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | January 1, 2025 |
| Study ends | August 1, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | March 5, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06490809 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are individuals with Parkinson's disease at Hoehn & Yahr Stage 1-3 who are currently in the 'On' phase and have not received prior physiotherapy.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with severe dyskinesia, cognitive impairments, or those who have undergone specific surgical interventions for Parkinson's 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 study aims to assess the clinical significance of changes in gross manual skills among Parkinson's patients undergoing conventional physiotherapy. The Box and Block Test will be utilized to measure hand function improvements, determining the minimal clinically important difference necessary for these changes to be deemed meaningful. Patients will continue their regular physiotherapy sessions without any alterations from the researchers, ensuring that the treatment is tailored by clinical specialists. The rehabilitation program will include various methods such as stretching, strengthening, and coordination exercises over 30 sessions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of physiotherapy for improving hand function in Parkinson's patients.
How similar studies have gone: While similar studies have explored physiotherapy's impact on Parkinson's, this specific assessment of the Box and Block Test's minimal clinically important difference is a novel approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being Hoehn \& Yahr Stage between 1-3, * Individuals in the "On" phase, * Those who were not exposed to any physiotherapy intervention during the initial assessment Exclusion Criteria: * Mini-mental status assessment \< 24 points; * Presence of severe dyskinesia, * Those who experience fluctuations in the on-off phase, * Those who have undergone stereotaxic brain surgery for Parkinson's, * Individuals with changes in dopamine dose within three months, * Presence of unstable cardiac and respiratory disease * Those with an orthopedic problem or a history of surgery affecting upper extremity performance.
Where it's running
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Özel Öz İstanbul Tıp Merkezi
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Emre Şenocak, PhD
- Email: emre.senocak@windowslive.com
- Phone: +90 553 569 56 92
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.