Examining the link between motor skills and Turkish language abilities in stroke patients
It is to Examine the Relationship Between Upper Extremity Motor Function, Trunk Control, Motor Imagery.
This study is testing how well motor skills and trunk control affect the Turkish language abilities of people who have had a stroke.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 101 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Izmir Bakircay University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Izmir) |
| Trial ID | NCT06946082 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the relationship between upper extremity motor function, trunk control, and motor imagery ability with Turkish language skills in individuals who have experienced a stroke. It focuses on understanding how these motor impairments and language disorders, which frequently co-occur, impact the quality of life and social participation of stroke survivors. The study includes participants who are native Turkish speakers and have had a stroke for more than a week, assessing their motor and language capabilities through standardized tests.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Turkish-speaking adults aged 18 and older who have experienced a stroke more than one week prior and have no other neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who have had previous strokes or other neurological conditions affecting language and motor functions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients by linking motor functions to language skills.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies exploring the relationship between motor skills and language disorders in stroke patients, this specific focus on Turkish language skills and the comprehensive approach is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * Stroke onset more than 1 week * Not having practiced imagery before * Being a native speaker of Turkish * Standardized Mini Mental Test (SMMT) Score of 24 and above * History of cerebrovascular events * Not having any neurological disorder other than stroke * The ability to grasp and hold a 2.5 cm cube Exclusion Criteria: * No consent from the family or person * Having had a stroke before * Severe hearing or vision loss * Individuals are excluded if they have other primary medical conditions that may affect language and motor functions (e.g. brain tumor, Parkinson's disease, severe post-stroke depression, Alzheimer's disease) or have undergone surgery.
Where this trial is running
Izmir
- İzmir Bakırçay University — Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Emine Timur, Bachelor
- Email: 6031010@bakircay.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 542 592 96 41
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.