Virtual Reality Based Mirror Therapy

Launched by ABANT IZZET BAYSAL UNIVERSITY · Nov 22, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new way to help people recover from strokes, specifically focusing on improving movement in their arms and hands. The researchers want to see if using virtual reality, which creates a 3D environment that participants can interact with, is more effective than traditional rehabilitation methods. The goal is to help patients regain their upper body function after experiencing an ischemic stroke, which occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked.

To participate in this study, individuals must be between 14 and 29 years old, have had a stroke at least 2 months ago but no more than 6 months ago, and meet specific criteria related to their movement abilities and mental function. Participants will engage in virtual reality exercises designed to enhance their recovery while being closely monitored by the research team. This trial is currently looking for volunteers, so if you or someone you know fits the criteria and is interested in participating, it could be a great opportunity to try a potentially helpful new therapy.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Have a ischemic stroke
• • Stroke duration not less than 2 months and not more than 6 months
• • Individuals with a score of 2b and 3 according to the Thrombolysis in cerebral infarction (TICI) scale
• • A score of 2 and above according to the upper extremity motor assessment of the NIH stroke scale
• • Intact depth perception in the Titmus Stereopsis assessment
• • A score of 24 and above in the Mini-mental test and
• • Independent sitting balance
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Additional neurologic diseases
• • Have a head injury
• • Have a brain tumor
• • Prior cranial surgery
• • Psychological disorder or mental problem
• • Previous stroke
• • Aphasia and apraxia
• • Upper extremity amputation