Using virtual reality to assess motor functions in stroke patients
Feasibility and Reliability of Using BeCureTM Virtual Reality in the Evaluation of Upper Extremity Motor Functions in Patients With Stroke
This study is testing a virtual reality system to see if it can help stroke patients better understand their arm and hand movements during rehabilitation.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ankara University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06696469 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and reliability of the BeCureTM virtual reality system for assessing upper extremity motor functions in patients who have experienced a stroke. It focuses on understanding how demographic factors and cognitive disorders may influence the effectiveness of virtual reality applications in rehabilitation. The study will involve stroke patients who meet specific criteria, including those with subacute to chronic conditions and certain levels of motor function. By utilizing advanced technology, the research seeks to enhance rehabilitation outcomes through engaging and objective assessments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are stroke patients aged 18-80 who are in the subacute to chronic phase of recovery and can understand commands.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive impairments, significant spasticity, or those who have previously received virtual reality therapy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve rehabilitation strategies and outcomes for stroke patients by providing more effective assessments and interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that virtual reality technologies can improve motor function in stroke patients, indicating a promising avenue for rehabilitation.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients diagnosed with stroke according to the World Health Organization with an age range of 18-80 years 2. Patients with subacute to chronic stroke 3. Patients who can understand commands 4. Patients with sitting balance 5. Patients with a first stroke attack 6. Patients who have never received virtual reality therapy 7. Upper extremity Brunnstrom Stage III and above 8. Patients with a spasticity level below 3 according to the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) in the affected upper extremity (MAS 1-5 rating system) 9. Patients who agreed to participate in the study and signed the informed consent form Exclusion Criteria: 1. History of seizures or epilepsy (except childhood febrile seizures), 2. Arthritis or pain in the affected upper limb that limits repetitive exercise, 3. Severe aphasia, cognitive impairment (premorbid dementia) or psychiatric disorders, 4. Spasticity in the affected arm is 3 or more compared to MAS, 5. Patients without sitting balance, 6. Patients with posterior cerebral artery infarction, 7. Patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage, 8. Patients with visual impairments that may affect the virtual reality application
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Ankara University School of Medicine Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: S. K. Professor
- Email: sehim.kutlay@gmail.com
- Phone: 905325625906
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.