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Mirror vs Virtual Reality Therapy for Upper Extremity Function in Hemiplegic Patients
Led by Istinye University · Updated on 2026-03-02
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
56 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Upper extremity impairment in hemiplegic patients significantly impacts daily activities and reduces quality of life. Although traditional rehabilitation methods can help, some patients experience limited progress. Recently, modern techniques such as mirror therapy and virtual reality (VR) have emerged, demonstrating promising results in motor skill improvement. This study aims to directly compare the acute effects of mirror therapy and VR therapy on upper limb motor function in hemiplegic patients. Forty-two participants aged 18-75 with hemiplegia due to stroke (6-12 months post-stroke) will be randomly assigned to either mirror therapy or VR therapy. The evaluation includes motor function (Fugl-Meyer Assessment), spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale), activities of daily living (Barthel Index), fine motor skills (Box and Block Test), proprioception, and reaction time. The goal is to identify the effectiveness of the mirror therapy and VR therapy on motor function, spasticity control, proprioception, daily activity performance, and reaction times, contributing valuable insights to clinical rehabilitation practices.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Mirror vs Virtual Reality Therapy for Upper Extremity Function in Hemiplegic Patients
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Hemiplegic patients needing upper extremity rehabilitation
- Stroke occurred 6 to 12 months before the study
- Upper extremity motor recovery at or above Stage 3 according to Brunnstrom stages
- Age between 18 and 75 years
- Volunteers willing to participate
- Cognitive ability suitable for mirror and VR therapy (Mini Mental State Exam score of at least 24)
You will not qualify if you...
- Severe spasticity with a Modified Ashworth Scale score of 3 or higher
- Secondary neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis
- Diagnosed vestibular dysfunction
- Hearing or vision loss causing communication difficulties
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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İstinye Üniversite Hastanesi Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa
Istanbul, Gaziosmanpaşa, Turkey (Türkiye), 34065
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Research Team
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Çiçek Günday, Asst. Prof.
CONTACT
M
Maysaa Hamdy Othman Ibrahim, Physiotherapist
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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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