Evaluating Upper Limb Function After Stroke
Polish Adaptation and Validation of Questionnaires for Assessing the Functional Efficiency of the Upper Limb After Stroke.
This study is testing new questionnaires to see how well they can measure improvements in arm and hand function for Polish patients recovering from a stroke after they go through rehabilitation.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Rzeszow Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rzeszów) |
| Trial ID | NCT06675487 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on adapting and validating questionnaires to assess the functional efficiency of the upper limb in Polish patients who have experienced a stroke. It involves a thorough psychometric evaluation of various assessment tools, including the Motor Activity Log and the Chedoke Arm and Hand Activity Inventory, to ensure their reliability and sensitivity to clinical changes. Patients will undergo assessments before and after a rehabilitation program to measure improvements in upper limb function. The study aims to provide a culturally relevant framework for evaluating rehabilitation outcomes in stroke patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Polish-speaking individuals aged 45-75 who have experienced a single ischemic stroke and have hemiparesis.
Not a fit: Patients who have had multiple strokes, hemorrhagic strokes, or significant cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the assessment of rehabilitation outcomes for stroke patients, leading to improved treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of validating assessment tools is common, this specific adaptation for Polish-speaking stroke patients may provide novel insights into rehabilitation effectiveness.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * informed, voluntary consent of the patient * completed, single ischemic stroke * hemiparesis * time since stroke at least 6 months * age 45-75 years * elementary (basic) grip ability * degree of paresis of the upper limb, hand and lower limb 4-5 on the Brunnström scale * degree of disability on the Rankin scale 3 * spastic tone of the paretic upper limb, hand and lower limb no more than 1 plus on the modified Ashworth scale - current health condition confirmed by a medical examination allowing participation in the tests and exercises Exclusion Criteria: * lack of informed, voluntary consent of the patient * second or subsequent stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, stroke of the brain stem and cerebellum * disorders of higher mental functions limiting understanding and carrying out tasks during exercises * visual field disorders * mechanical and thermal injuries that may affect the limitation of the grip function of the hand * coexisting neurological, rheumatological, orthopedic diseases, including fixed contractures that may affect the grip ability and locomotion * unstable medical condition * metal implants, electronic implants, menstruation in women, epilepsy, * failure to complete a 3-week rehabilitation stay
Where this trial is running
Rzeszów
- University of Rzeszów — Rzeszów, Poland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Krzysztof Bylicki — University of Rzeszow
- Study coordinator: Krzysztof Bylicki, MSc
- Email: kbylicki@ur.edu.pl
- Phone: 500065358
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.