Multimodal Physiotherapy for Balance and Vertigo in BPPV Patients (NCT07576088) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Multimodal Physiotherapy for Balance and Vertigo in BPPV Patients
Pakistan46 participantsStarted 2025-06-05
Plain-language summary
This study aims to evaluate the effects of a multimodal physiotherapy approach on balance, vertigo, fear of falling, and quality of life in patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). BPPV is a common vestibular disorder that causes dizziness and balance problems, leading to an increased risk of falls and reduced quality of life. In this randomized controlled trial, participants will be assigned to two groups: one receiving a multimodal physiotherapy program including patient education, Epley maneuver, and balance training, and the other receiving standard Epley maneuver treatment. The intervention will be conducted over four weeks. Outcomes will be assessed using standardized tools for balance, vertigo, fear of falling, and quality of life. The study aims to determine whether a combined physiotherapy approach provides better outcomes than standard treatment alone.
Who can participate
Age range
22 Years – 79 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Age group between (22-79). Both the genders Male and Female were included. Diagnosed with posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (PC-BPPV) confirmed by a positive Dix-Hall pike maneuver.
Onset of symptoms within the past 3 months. Dynamic Balance impairment by DGI \> 21. All patients had history of at least two or more attacks of BPPV over 6 months.
Exclusion Criteria:
Patients with a history of cervical spine injuries. Patients taking anti-vertigo medication. Patients with a previous diagnosis of Meniere's disease, migraine, or vestibular neuritis Patients with a previous history of neurological diseases. Cases with bilateral involvement. Absence of systemic diseases without medical control and absence of functional limitations that impede independent walking.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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
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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?
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