Could a Mind-Body exercise program ease scleroderma symptoms?

NCT ID NCT07292961

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing a structured exercise program called BETY, which focuses on the whole person (body, mind, and social factors), in 48 children and adults with scleroderma. Participants will either do the BETY program for 3 months or follow a home exercise routine. The goal is to see if BETY improves skin health, movement, and overall well-being.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach (BETY) - a structured exercise program based on the biopsychosocial model

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a safe, non-drug way to improve physical function, skin health, and quality of life for people with scleroderma.

What could go wrong

This is a small early-stage trial with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercise program requires commitment, and benefits may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diffuse scleroderma Juvenile systemic scleroderma Juvenile-onset scleroderma localized scleroderma Motor Activity scleroderma systemic sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hacettepe University

    RECRUITING

    Ankara, Altındağ, 06100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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