Schizophrenia study reveals hidden physical toll
NCT ID NCT07141966
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looked at how schizophrenia affects physical activity, balance, muscle strength, and thinking skills. Researchers measured these abilities in 35 adults diagnosed with schizophrenia. The goal was to better understand the challenges patients face, which could help improve care and quality of life.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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35 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2025
- Finished
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Sep 2025
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Patients with Schizophrenia
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of schizophrenia by a psychiatrist according to DSM-V * aged between 18 and 65 years * being clinically stable * having received continuous pharmacological treatment for at least six months * having the ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions Exclusion Criteria: * major neurological disorders (e.g. epilepsy or Parkinson's disease) * significant orthopaedic impairments affecting balance or strength * substance use disorders (except nicotine) * acute psychotic symptoms and severe intellectual disability
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar City Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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