Robotic rehabilitation combined with dual-task exercises for hemiplegic patients
Investigation of the Effectiveness of Dual-Task Exercises Applied in Addition to Robotic Rehabilitation in Hemiplegic Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing if adding dual-task exercises to robotic rehab can help people with post-stroke hemiplegia recover better than just robotic rehab alone.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Uskudar University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Sancaktepe) |
| Trial ID | NCT06709222 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of combining dual-task exercises with robotic rehabilitation in patients suffering from post-stroke hemiplegia. The study involves 50 participants who will be randomly assigned to either an exercise group, receiving both interventions, or a control group, receiving only robotic rehabilitation. Each participant will undergo treatment sessions lasting 30-45 minutes, three times a week for a duration of 12 weeks. The exercises will be thoroughly explained to ensure understanding and compliance.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 45-65 with post-stroke hemiplegia diagnosed between 3 months and 1 year prior, exhibiting a motor function loss of 30-70%.
Not a fit: Patients with severe joint deformities, other neurological diseases, or a recent stroke during rehabilitation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance rehabilitation outcomes and improve cognitive and motor functions in hemiplegic patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the combination of robotic rehabilitation and dual-task exercises is a novel approach, similar studies have shown promising results in enhancing rehabilitation outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of post-stroke hemiplegia (hemiplegia onset must be between 3 months and 1 year). * Age range: 45-65 years. * Voluntariness to participate in rehabilitation. * Patients with a motor function loss of 30-70% according to Fugl-Meyer Motor Assessment results. * Literacy Exclusion Criteria: * History of active psychiatric disease. * Severe joint deformities or other neurological diseases. * Having had a recent stroke during rehabilitation.
Where this trial is running
Istanbul, Sancaktepe
- Sancak Medical Center — Istanbul, Sancaktepe, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ömer ŞEVGİN
- Email: omer.sevgin@uskudar.edu.tr
- Phone: +905069787535
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.