Investigation of the Effects of Vestibular Rehabilitation and Dynamic Neuromuscular (NCT07386119) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Investigation of the Effects of Vestibular Rehabilitation and Dynamic Neuromuscular
Turkey (Türkiye)45 participantsStarted 2026-01-17
Plain-language summary
This study will aim to investigate the effects of vestibular rehabilitation, dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS), and conservative rehabilitation exercises on balance and mobility in hemiplegic patients, and to compare the exercise programs with one another. Evaluation tools include the Brunnstrom Motor Staging, Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity Motor Function Scale, Modified Ashworth Scale, Mini-Mental State Examination, Berg Balance Scale, Stroke Impact Scale, and Timed Up and Go test.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Being 18 years of age or older
* Having experienced at least one stroke and presenting with hemiplegic symptoms
* Having passed at least one year since the stroke even
* Scoring at least 24 points on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
* Being able to walk independently for at least 30 meters without assistance
* Being able to comply with and participate in the exercise program
Exclusion Criteria:
* Individuals with chronic pulmonary and/or cardiac diseases
* Presence of uncontrolled hypertension
* Conditions accompanied by peripheral nerve injury or lower motor neuron disorders
* Presence of additional neurological disorders such as ataxia, dyskinesia, or dystonia
* Severe spasticity, peripheral lesions, pressure ulcers, marked muscle atrophy, obesity, skin irritation, or use of a cardiac pacemaker
* Presence of vestibular symptoms such as vertigo or dizziness
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
1
The Fugl-Meyer Assessment of Upper Extremity
Timeframe: From the beginning of treatment to the end of the 6th week
2
Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS)
Timeframe: From the beginning of treatment to the end of the 6th week
3
Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
Timeframe: From the beginning of treatment to the end of the 6th week
4
Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
Timeframe: From the beginning of treatment to the end of the 6th week
5
Stroke Impact Scale (SIS)
Timeframe: From the beginning of treatment to the end of the 6th week
6
Timed Up and Go (TUG)
Timeframe: From the beginning of treatment to the end of the 6th week