By InvitationNot Applicable

Diagnostic Methods and VR Therapy for Cervical Spine Discopathy

Poland100 participantsStarted 2024-09-01

Plain-language summary

The study will assess modern diagnostic methods and evaluate the rehabilitation effects of virtual reality (VR) therapy in patients with cervical spine discopathy.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.

Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 18 to 65 years. * Diagnosed and confirmed cervical spine discopathy (ICD-10: M50) through imaging studies (X-ray, MRI). * Presence of symptoms related to cervical spine dysfunction, such as neck pain, limited range of motion, and radiating pain to the arms. * Informed consent to participate in the study and willingness to adhere to rehabilitation recommendations. Exclusion Criteria: * Active rheumatic diseases, cancers, advanced diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, or other conditions affecting the safety and effectiveness of rehabilitation. * Cervical spine surgeries performed within the last 6 months. * Cervical spine injuries, including fractures or dislocations. * Severe mental disorders. * Lack of informed consent to participate in the study.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Assessment of cervical spine range of motion using a Cervical Range of Motion (CROM) goniometer and the Zebris system.

Timeframe: First examination - before the start of the rehabilitation program;

Assessment of cervical spine range of motion using a Cervical Range of Motion (CROM) goniometer and the Zebris system.

Timeframe: Second examination - at the end of the three-week program

Assessment of cervical spine proprioception using virtual reality (VR) goggles.

Timeframe: First examination - before the start of the rehabilitation program;

Assessment of cervical spine proprioception using virtual reality (VR) goggles.

Timeframe: Second examination - at the end of the three-week program

Assessment of visual field during neck movements using virtual reality (VR) goggles.

Timeframe: First examination - before the start of the rehabilitation program;

Assessment of visual field during neck movements using virtual reality (VR) goggles.

Timeframe: Second examination - at the end of the three-week program

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06589557

SponsorUniversity of Rzeszow

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-03-01

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