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After a stroke, what really holds people back from everyday life?

NCT ID NCT07723898

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Pamukkale University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at people who have had a stroke to understand which factors — such as muscle stiffness, arm function, thinking skills, and overall physical ability — most affect their ability to take part in daily activities. Researchers will measure these factors and see how they relate to each other and to participation in everyday life. The goal is to pinpoint the biggest barriers so future therapies can target them more effectively.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If the study identifies which factors most limit daily participation after a stroke, it could help design better rehabilitation programs.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study that measures associations, not causes. The findings may not apply to all stroke survivors.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

49 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2020

Finished

Apr 2022

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Individuals aged 18-80 diagnosed with stroke who were examined at the neurology outpatient clinic of Pamukkale University Hospitals.

Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Having a stroke diagnosis. * At least 3 months must have passed since the stroke. * Not having hearing, vision, or speech problems that would affect the tests. * Agreeing to participate in the study. * Not having any non-stroke neurological or orthopedic disease that could affect function. Exclusion Criteria: * Having undergone musculoskeletal surgery on the upper extremity. * Less than 3 months having passed since the stroke. * Having hearing, vision, or speech problems severe enough to affect the tests. * Having any non-stroke neurological or orthopedic disease that may affect function.

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Conditions

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stroke disorder

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Stroke

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pamukkale University

    Denizli, 20070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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