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NCT04941326 The Effect of Spinal Mobilization on Respiratory Parameters in Parkinson's Disease Patients

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NCT ID NCT04941326
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Abant Izzet Baysal University
Condition Parkinson Disease
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 63 participants
Start Date 2021-08-15
Primary Completion 2025-12-01

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 50 Years
Max Age 85 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Diaphragmatic stimulation treatment with PNF techniquesCostal mobilizationBreathing exercises

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 63 participants in total. It began in 2021-08-15 with a primary completion date of 2025-12-01.

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Brief Summary

Parkinson's patients suffer from respiratory distress for different reasons. It is thought that physiotherapy methods that have an indirect effect on the diaphragm can improve respiratory functions. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of spinal mobilization and diaphragmatic breathing techniques on respiratory function.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease * Volunteering to participate in the study * Modified Medical Research Council (MMRC) score \>2 Exclusion Criteria: * Those with COVID-19 * Diseases that increase intra-abdominal pressure * Diseases affecting diaphragmatic motility * Those who had a recent thoracic or abdominal operation * Those who have a parenchymal, pleural or chest wall mass that will cause restriction on a recent chest X-ray or CT will not be included in the study

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Ramazan Kurul, Ph.D

✉ ramazankurul2@hotmail.com

📞 +905436414731

Principal Investigator

Ramazan Kurul, Ph.D

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Abant Izzet Baysal University

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT04941326 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 50 Years or older, up to 85 Years, studying Parkinson Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT04941326 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT04941326 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ramazankurul2@hotmail.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT04941326 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye), Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye).

Who is sponsoring the NCT04941326 clinical trial?

NCT04941326 is sponsored by Abant Izzet Baysal University. The principal investigator is Ramazan Kurul, Ph.D at Abant Izzet Baysal University. The trial plans to enroll 63 participants.

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