NCT06876285 Effects of Wheelchair Treadmill and Conventional Exercises on Trunk Balance in Spinal Cord Injury Patients
| NCT ID | NCT06876285 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Ankara City Hospital Bilkent |
| Condition | Spinal Cord Injury |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-01-06 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-11-06 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 20 participants in total. It began in 2025-01-06 with a primary completion date of 2025-11-06.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to determine whether wheelchair treadmill exercises improve trunk balance and stability compared to conventional wheelchair exercises. Trunk balance is essential for mobility, transfers, and daily activities in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). The study includes individuals with SCI who use manual wheelchairs. Participants will be randomly assigned to: A control group performing conventional wheelchair exercises, an experimental group performing wheelchair treadmill exercises. Researchers will measure trunk balance, daily independence, wheelchair satisfaction, quality of life, and fear of falling. This research will help identify better rehabilitation methods for people with SCI. This study is a prospective observational study. Regardless of whether the exercises are performed conventionally or using an alternative platform such as a wheelchair treadmill, all interventions included in the study are routine clinical practices. Patients whose treatment programs already adhere to the aforementioned procedures will be included in the study. In the Upper Extremity and Hand Rehabilitation Laboratory, where the wheelchair treadmill is available, patients with spinal cord injuries undergo a standardized rehabilitation program as part of routine clinical practice. This laboratory operates on a scheduled appointment basis. After random allocation into groups, patients in the experimental group will be assessed at the beginning and end of the wheelchair treadmill therapy. Meanwhile, patients in the control group will be enrolled in the study before initiating wheelchair treadmill therapy. Once the data from the control group have been collected, these patients will also have the opportunity to receive wheelchair treadmill therapy.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 years or older * SCI at the T6 level or below * Classified as ASIA A or B * Manual wheelchair user for at least four weeks * Spinal stabilization achieved * Voluntary consent to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of osteoporosis * Presence of cardiopulmonary disease * Presence of a neurological condition other than SCI * Presence of a musculoskeletal disorder affecting the joints or surrounding tissues * Presence of orthostatic hypotension
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06876285 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Spinal Cord Injury. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06876285 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06876285 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at sinemakyuz00@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06876285 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06876285 clinical trial?
NCT06876285 is sponsored by Ankara City Hospital Bilkent. The trial plans to enroll 20 participants.