HandNCT06530355
Comparison of the Non-Dominant Hands of Pianists and the Dominant Hands of Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments
An observational study of Hand and Function, run by Halic University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The aim of this study is to compare the non-dominant hands of pianists with the dominant hands of individuals who do not play an instrument in terms of skill and reaction time. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 30 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Hand, Function, Piano Therapy
- How many people
- 20 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 10 Jun 2024to 10 Jul 2024
- How long will I take part?
- 1 Day
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 30 years
- All sexes
- Adult
Study population: Pianists and Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments
Who may be able to join
- For Group 1:
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Being between the ages of 18-30
- Having played an instrument professionally for at least 3 years
- For Group 2:
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Being between the ages of 18-30
- Having not played/does not play any instrument before or currently
Who cannot join
- For Group 1:
- Being able to play an instrument other than the piano professionally
- Having a surgical operation involving the shoulder, arm, forearm or hand in the last 6 months
- Having any systemic, genetic, neurological or orthopedic problems that would prevent the tests
- For Group 2:
- Having a surgical operation involving the shoulder, arm, forearm or hand in the last 6 months
- Having any systemic, genetic, neurological or orthopedic problems that would prevent the tests
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Comparison of the Non-Dominant Hands of Pianists and the Dominant Hands of Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments in Terms of Skills and Reaction Time
The aim of this study is to compare the non-dominant hands of pianists with the dominant hands of individuals who do not play an instrument in terms of skill and reaction time.
Read the detailed description
The study was conducted at Haliç University on 10 individuals who have been playing the piano for at least five years (Group 1) and 10 individuals who have never played an instrument in their lives (Group 2). The individuals who agreed to participate in the study and signed the consent form were administered the "Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire" to determine hand dominance, the "Nine-Hole Peg Test" to evaluate hand dexterity, and the "Nelson Hand Reaction Test" to determine reaction time. We believe that the results of our study will provide new perspectives to the literature.Statistical analysis will be performed with SPSS 24.0 program. If the data is parametric, paired sample t-test will be used for within-group evaluation; independent sample t-test will be used for between-group evaluation. If the data is non-parametric, Wilson test will be used for within-group evaluation and Mann Whitney U test will be used for between-group evaluation.
- Conditions
- Hand, Function, Piano Therapy
- Being tested
- The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups..
- Keywords
- hand, function
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups..Other
No intervention was applied to individuals in this group.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1: Pianists | The non-dominant hands of the pianists in this group were evaluated. Receives: Other: The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups.. | |
| Group 2: Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments | The dominant hands of the individuals who do not play instruments in this group were evaluated. Receives: Other: The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups.. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire
Used to determine hand dominance. The survey's answer options; the results of the survey were evaluated according to Geschwind's score as follows, in line with the answers given.
- strong right-handers +80 to +100 points
- weak right-handers +20 to +75 points
- ambidextrous -15 to +15 points,
- weak left-handers -20 to -75 points
- strong left-handers -80 to -100 points
Measured: at baseline
Nine-Hole Peg Test
It was used to evaluate fine manual skills against time. The participant was asked to place 9 3.2 cm long sticks into the holes on the platform as quickly as possible with his hand and the time from the start command to the last stick was recorded. Then, he was asked to collect the sticks in order with the same hand and the time to remove all the sticks was recorded in seconds.
Measured: at baseline
Nelson Hand Reaction Test
It was used to evaluate reaction time. It consists of a ruler graduated in time. The tester held the ruler by the end between the thumb and index finger of the subject and then released the ruler. The upper point where the subject grasped the ruler with his fingers was recorded.
Measured: at baseline
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted31 Jul 2024
- Study start10 Jun 2024
- Primary completion10 Jun 2024
- Study completion10 Jul 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (3)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for HandStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 20 participants (actual)
- Target duration
- 1 Day
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Halic University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Duygu Şahin Altaç, Halic University
- Investigators
- Duygu Şahin Altaç, PT, MSc., Principal investigator, Halic University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06530355
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 28.07.2024-MR
- Status last verified
- Dec 2025
- First submitted
- 28 Jul 2024
- Last updated
- 19 Dec 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Publications
Heinan M. A review of the unique injuries sustained by musicians. JAAPA. 2008 Apr;21(4):45-6, 48, 50 passim. doi: 10.1097/01720610-200804000-00015. No abstract available.
PubMed 18468369Haslinger B, Erhard P, Altenmuller E, Hennenlotter A, Schwaiger M, Grafin von Einsiedel H, Rummeny E, Conrad B, Ceballos-Baumann AO. Reduced recruitment of motor association areas during bimanual coordination in concert pianists. Hum Brain Mapp. 2004 Jul;22(3):206-15. doi: 10.1002/hbm.20028.
PubMed 15195287Poole JL, Burtner PA, Torres TA, McMullen CK, Markham A, Marcum ML, Anderson JB, Qualls C. Measuring dexterity in children using the Nine-hole Peg Test. J Hand Ther. 2005 Jul-Sep;18(3):348-51. doi: 10.1197/j.jht.2005.04.003.
PubMed 16059856
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 19 Dec 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Comparison of the Non-Dominant Hands of Pianists and the Dominant Hands of Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments in Terms of Skills and Reaction Time
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06530355
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 28.07.2024-MR
- Conditions
- Hand, Function, Piano Therapy
- Keywords
- hand, function
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 20 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Halic UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 10 Jun 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 10 Jun 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 10 Jul 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 31 Jul 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The aim of this study is to compare the non-dominant hands of pianists with the dominant hands of individuals who do not play an instrument in terms of skill and reaction time.
Detailed description
The study was conducted at Haliç University on 10 individuals who have been playing the piano for at least five years (Group 1) and 10 individuals who have never played an instrument in their lives (Group 2). The individuals who agreed to participate in the study and signed the consent form were administered the "Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire" to determine hand dominance, the "Nine-Hole Peg Test" to evaluate hand dexterity, and the "Nelson Hand Reaction Test" to determine reaction time. We believe that the results of our study will provide new perspectives to the literature.Statistical analysis will be performed with SPSS 24.0 program. If the data is parametric, paired sample t-test will be used for within-group evaluation; independent sample t-test will be used for between-group evaluation. If the data is non-parametric, Wilson test will be used for within-group evaluation and Mann Whitney U test will be used for between-group evaluation.
Study design
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Target follow-up
- 1 Day
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1: Pianists | – | Other: The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups..The non-dominant hands of the pianists in this group were evaluated. |
| Group 2: Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments | – | Other: The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups..The dominant hands of the individuals who do not play instruments in this group were evaluated. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 30 years
- Sex
- All
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- Pianists and Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments
Key inclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Being between the ages of 18-30
- Having played an instrument professionally for at least 3 years
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Being between the ages of 18-30
Key exclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Being able to play an instrument other than the piano professionally
- Having a surgical operation involving the shoulder, arm, forearm or hand in the last 6 months
- Having any systemic, genetic, neurological or orthopedic problems that would prevent the tests
- Having a surgical operation involving the shoulder, arm, forearm or hand in the last 6 months
- Having any systemic, genetic, neurological or orthopedic problems that would prevent the tests
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| The same evaluation methods were used for both groups. No intervention was applied to individuals in two groups..No intervention was applied to individuals in this group. | Other | Group 1: Pianists, Group 2: Individuals Who Do Not Play Instruments |
Primary outcome
Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire
Time frame: at baseline
Used to determine hand dominance. The survey's answer options; the results of the survey were evaluated according to Geschwind's score as follows, in line with the answers given. * strong right-handers +80 to +100 points * weak right-handers +20 to +75 points * ambidextrous -15 to +15 points, * weak left-handers -20 to -75 points * strong left-handers -80 to -100 points
Nine-Hole Peg Test
Time frame: at baseline
It was used to evaluate fine manual skills against time. The participant was asked to place 9 3.2 cm long sticks into the holes on the platform as quickly as possible with his hand and the time from the start command to the last stick was recorded. Then, he was asked to collect the sticks in order with the same hand and the time to remove all the sticks was recorded in seconds.
Nelson Hand Reaction Test
Time frame: at baseline
It was used to evaluate reaction time. It consists of a ruler graduated in time. The tester held the ruler by the end between the thumb and index finger of the subject and then released the ruler. The upper point where the subject grasped the ruler with his fingers was recorded.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 19 Dec 2025.
- Results publication: PubMed 18468369Heinan M. A review of the unique injuries sustained by musicians. JAAPA. 2008 Apr;21(4):45-6, 48, 50 passim. doi: 10.1097/01720610-200804000-00015. No abstract available.
- Results publication: PubMed 15195287Haslinger B, Erhard P, Altenmuller E, Hennenlotter A, Schwaiger M, Grafin von Einsiedel H, Rummeny E, Conrad B, Ceballos-Baumann AO. Reduced recruitment of motor association areas during bimanual coordination in concert pianists. Hum Brain Mapp. 2004 Jul;22(3):206-15. doi: 10.1002/hbm.20028.
- Results publication: PubMed 16059856Poole JL, Burtner PA, Torres TA, McMullen CK, Markham A, Marcum ML, Anderson JB, Qualls C. Measuring dexterity in children using the Nine-hole Peg Test. J Hand Ther. 2005 Jul-Sep;18(3):348-51. doi: 10.1197/j.jht.2005.04.003.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Duygu Şahin Altaç, PT, MSc. principal investigator
Halic University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Hand and Function, run by Halic University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 8 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 19 Dec 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire (time frame: at baseline). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06530355, which also lists 3 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 19 Dec 2025.