The Effect of Percussion Massage Therapy in Stroke Patients (NCT07454655) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Effect of Percussion Massage Therapy in Stroke Patients
Turkey (Türkiye)34 participantsStarted 2026-02-20
Plain-language summary
Stroke is an acute neurological condition resulting from cerebral ischemia or hemorrhage, frequently leading to impaired motor function, increased muscle tone, and deficits in balance and gait. Spasticity is a common long-term complication in individuals with chronic stroke and significantly affects functional mobility and quality of life.
Percussion Massage Therapy (PMT) is an emerging intervention that combines principles of mechanical vibration and traditional soft tissue techniques. Although previous research has examined its effects in musculoskeletal and athletic populations, evidence regarding its use in individuals with chronic stroke remains limited.
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of percussion massage therapy on muscle tone in individuals with chronic stroke and to determine whether changes in muscle tone are associated with improvements in gait and balance performance.
Who can participate
Age range
40 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Having had a unilateral stroke and being in the chronic phase (≥6 months, ≤2 years).
* Age: 40-65 years old.
* Hemiplegic patients with lower limb dysfunction.
* Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score ≥24. Lower limb spasticity of 1-3 on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS).
* Full passive range of motion (ROM) in the hip, knee, and ankle joints.
* Ability to stand independently for at least 1 minute.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Individuals with neurological, orthopaedic, metabolic, and rheumatological conditions that may affect soft tissues.
* Patients who have undergone spasticity treatment or other therapies within the last three months.
* Individuals with lower limb injuries.
* Pregnant women.
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?
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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.