NCT06793800 Effect of Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation Application on Respiratory Functions in Stroke Patients
| NCT ID | NCT06793800 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Fenerbahce University |
| Condition | Hemiplegia |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-08-05 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-08-26 |
Trial Parameters
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Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation (TAVSS) in improving respiratory muscle strength and function in chronic stroke patients. It aims to explore TAVSS as a potential complementary approach in enhancing rehabilitation outcomes for this population.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being a chronic stroke patient with an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke diagnosis made 1-3 years ago * Having been diagnosed with stroke for the first time * Ability to understand and follow simple verbal instructions * Being between the ages of 40 and 80 * No conditions affecting perioral muscles, such as facial paralysis or swallowing disorders * No visual, auditory, or communication problems * No cardiopulmonary disorders * No additional neurological, cardiovascular, orthopedic, or similar conditions causing balance problems * Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) score ≥24 * No surgical operations or Botox applications in the last 6 months * Scoring 2 or below on the Modified Ashworth Scale Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of infection, ulcer, or scar on the auricle * Metallic implants in the skull, hypersensitivity, injury, or inflammation inside the ear * Chronic pulmonary and/or cardiac diseases * Resting heart rate below 60 beats per minute * Devices such as pa