Clinical trials: Upper Limb Muscle Strength
Cerebral Palsy, Upper Extremity Dysfunction
The Effect of Upper Extremity Strengthening on Functionality, Muscle Strength and Trunk in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is an activity limitation, movement and posture deficiencies in early stage of life. In 80% of these children, upper extremity (UE) dysfunctions are observed, which leads to loss of quality of life, resulting…
- Conditions
- Cerebral Palsy, Upper Extremity Dysfunction, Upper Extremity Functions, Muscle Strength
- Trial name
- NCT05115695
- Testing
- traditional physiotherapy approach, muscle strengthening exercise/Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
Stroke
Effects of Robot-assisted Arm Training on Respiratory Muscle Strength, Activities of Daily Living and Quality of Life in Stroke Patients: A Single-blinded Randomized Controlled Trial
Stroke is the leading neurological disease in the world that causes long-term disability. The most common cause of disability after stroke is motor impairment resulting from brain damage which ultimately cause respiratory and…
- Trial name
- NCT05299853
- Testing
- Robot assisted arm training, Conventional rehabilitation
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Volleyball Players
Diaphragmatic Facilitation and Upper Extremity Performance in Volleyball Players
The diaphragm contributes to both respiration and trunk stabilization. Effective diaphragmatic function may support postural control, force transfer, and upper extremity performance during dynamic activities.
- Trial name
- NCT07784517
- Testing
- Diaphragmatic Facilitation
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Sports Physical Therapy
Upper Limb Blood Flow Restriction in Handball Players
Introduction. Blood flow restriction therapy involves the use of an occlusion cuff placed over an extremity resulting in a partial reduction of arterial blood flow and total restriction of venous return. Objectives.
- Trial name
- NCT06423196
- Testing
- Experimental group
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 22 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
Chronic Neck Pain
Relationship Between Muscle Oxygenation and Upper Extremity Exercise Capacity in Patients With Chronic Neck Pain
The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between upper extremity exercise capacity and muscle oxygenation, muscle strength, and activities of daily living in patients with chronic neck pain.
- Trial name
- NCT07241312
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 51 people
- Sponsor
- Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi
Heart Failure
High-Protein Diet and HMB Supplementation in Patients With Heart Failure
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effects of a high-protein diet with or without HMB supplementation compared with a normoprotein diet on clinical, nutritional, and functional outcomes in patients with heart…
- Trial name
- NCT07731048
- Testing
- β-Hydroxy-β-Methylbutyrate (HMB), Individualized Dietary Counseling
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 84 people
- Sponsor
- Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre
COPD, COPD Exacerbation
Weight Training With VR in Out-Patients With Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Using weight training with virtual reality can help after discharge patients of acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which maintained their quality of life, and improved their exercise capacity, pulmonary…
- Conditions
- COPD, COPD Exacerbation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Weight Training
- Trial name
- NCT04880486
- Testing
- Education, Supervision upper limb weight training exercise with VR
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 22 people
- Sponsor
- National Cheng-Kung University Hospital
Musculoskeletal Diseases or Conditions, Musculoskeletal Pain
Physical and Functional Effects of Online Exercise Program on Musicians Playing Stringed Instruments
Musculoskeletal problems related to instrument playing or performance are frequently seen in musicians. Different interventions such as strength training, endurance training and yoga have been used in the management of these…
- Trial name
- NCT06344988
- Testing
- The exercise program, Online education presentation, Smart band
- Where
- 4 sites in Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 38 people
- Sponsor
- Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University
Severe Mental Disorder
Aerobic, Resistance and Inspiratory Muscle Training in Adults With Severe Mental Disorder
People with severe mental disorder, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depression, tend to have poorer physical health and a shorter life expectancy than the general population.
- Trial name
- NCT07758049
- Testing
- Supervised multicomponent exercise programme
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 49 people
- Sponsor
- Universidad Pablo de Olavide
CORE STABILITY, Upper Extremity
Effect of Progressive Isolated Core Stability Training
Forty-two adolescent female volleyball athletes (16.0±1.4 years) were randomly divided into two groups. Group 1 was the training group and, in addition to the routine volleyball training programmes, underwent an 8-week (3…
- Conditions
- CORE STABILITY, Upper Extremity, Physical Performance
- Trial name
- NCT05205278
- Testing
- exercise training
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
Neurological Rehabilitation, Stroke
Evaluation of Hand Strength and Spasticity in Hemiplegic Patients
The aim in this study is to evaluate spasticity and hand grip strength with a finger hand robot in the Turkish population.
- Conditions
- Neurological Rehabilitation, Stroke, Upper Extremity Problem
- Trial name
- NCT05662878
- Testing
- Assessment of Hand Strength and Spasticity
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 161 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University
Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy
The Effects of Heavier- and Lighter-load Resistance Training on Arm and Leg Muscle Mass in Young Adult Women
When you perform weightlifting, your body makes new proteins within your muscle. These new proteins can increase the size of the fibers within your muscle to make your muscle larger, a process called hypertrophy.
- Trial name
- FHALL (NCT04547972)
- Testing
- Higher-load resistance training, Lower-load resistance training
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 16 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of British Columbia
Muscle Fatigue
Post-Fatigue Vibration: Impact on Grip and Reaction Time
This study aims to investigate the acute effects of local vibration applied after induced fatigue of the wrist flexor muscles on grip strength and upper extremity reaction time.
- Trial name
- NCT06949566
- Testing
- 100 Hz Local Vibration, 50 Hz Local Vibration
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 42 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Bitlis Eren University
Exercise Training, Blood Flow Restriction Training
Blood Flow Rextriction Training in Upper Extremity of Elderly
Our study aims to decrease independence by increasing upper extremity strength and performance by applying blood flow restrictive training, which has entered the literature as a new method, to the upper extremity in the elderly.
- Conditions
- Exercise Training, Blood Flow Restriction Training, Geriatrics
- Trial name
- NCT05803733
- Testing
- Blood flow restriction (BFR) with low load resistance training, Routine strength training
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istanbul Medipol University Hospital
Rheumatoid Arthritis
The Effects Of Low Intensity Training With Blood Flow Restriction In Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients showed systemic manifestations that may lead to a reduction in muscle strength, muscle mass and, consequently, to a reduction in physical function.
- Trial name
- TBFR (NCT05869370)
- Testing
- High intensity resistance training, Low intensity resistance training combined with blood flow restriction
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 28 people
- Sponsor
- Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
Exercises' Effect on Muscle Strength, Aerobic Capacity and Respiratory Functions in Cystic Fibrosis
This research aims to evaluate the effects of upper and lower limb exercises on muscle strength and pulmonary function in children diagnosed with CF.
- Trial name
- NCT07508904
- Testing
- Arm Cycle Ergometry, Leg Cycle Ergometry
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 22 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Stroke
Impact of Training on Gait and Strength in Stroke Survivors
Background: A discrepancy between strength gain and gait changes following various training programs aimed at improving gait function after stroke has been noted.
- Trial name
- NCT01818349
- Testing
- isokinetic lower-limb training, isokinetic upper-limb training
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Université de Montréal
Lateral Epicondylitis
A Comparison of the Effects of Combining ESWT With Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Patients Diagnosed With Lateral Epicondylitis
Lateral epicondylitis is a chronic degenerative tendinopathy characterized by pain, tenderness, decreased grip strength, and functional limitations, particularly on the outer part of the elbow.
- Trial name
- NCT07782723
- Testing
- Blood Flow Restriction Therapy, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 52 people
- Sponsor
- Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
Upper Extremity Problem, Muscle Weakness
Effects of Biofeedback-Guided Training on Muscle Strength and Postural Alignment in Upper Cross Syndrome.
This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of biofeedback-guided training versus conventional therapy on muscle strength and postural alignment in patients with Upper Cross Syndrome.
- Conditions
- Upper Extremity Problem, Muscle Weakness, Postural Kyphosis
- Trial name
- NCT07026084
- Testing
- Bio feedback training, conventional exercise program
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Lateral Epicondylitis
Comparison of the Effects of Trigger Point Ischemic Compression Massage and Focused Extracorporeal Shoch Wave Therapy of the Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis: a Randomized Controlled Trial
To compare the effects of Trigger Point Ischaemic Compression Massage (TPICM) and Focused Extracarporeal Shock Wave Therapy (focused ESWT) on pain level, muscle strength, Joint range of motion, functionality and quality of life…
- Trial name
- NCT06568796
- Testing
- randomize controlled study
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 75 people
- Sponsor
- Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University