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Connective Tissue Massage in Scleroderma
Led by Firat University · Updated on 2024-06-26
30
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
13 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
The only study in the literature that examined connective tissue massage in patients with scleroderma is by Bongi et al. In this study, connective tissue massage and Mc Mennell joint manipulation technique were applied to the experimental group in addition to the home exercise program. The control group was offered only a home exercise program. The results of the study showed that the group in which connective tissue massage and Mc Mennell joint manipulation technique were applied were effective on hand functions, quality of life and mobility. The aim of our study was to examine the effects of connective tissue massage applied in addition to the exercise program.The study will include 30 patients diagnosed with scleroderma according to American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism criteria and followed up in Fırat University Rheumatology Department. Patients will be divided into two groups; 15 patients in the first group will be applied connective tissue massage to the hand and forearm area in addition to the exercise program for hand rehabilitation. In the second group, 15 patients will only receive an exercise program.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Connective Tissue Massage in Scleroderma
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Between the ages of 18-65
- Stable on medical treatment
- Be able to adapt to exercise
You will not qualify if you...
- Diagnosed with juvenile onset scleroderma
- Accompanied by another rheumatic disease
- Active digital ulcer
- Chronic disease or trauma history that will affect hand functions
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Songul Baglan Yentur
Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye), 23100
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Research Team
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Songul Baglan Yentur
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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