Novel app for Rehabilitation of Patients with Cerebrovascular Accidents and Comparison of the Incidence of Complications in Patients using the application and Patients on Conventional Follow up
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Sponsor
- Enrollment
- 50
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Improvement in Physical Function (Physiotherapy Outcomes):
Study Overview
Brief Summary
The proposed project focuses on the development and evaluation of a novel mobile application for the rehabilitation of patients who have experienced cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), commonly known as strokes. The study aims to compare the effectiveness of this application with conventional follow-up methods in improving patient outcomes and reducing the incidence of complications.
Cerebrovascular accidents are a significant cause of disability and mortality worldwide, often resulting in impairments in motor function, cognition, and activities of daily living. Traditional rehabilitation approaches involve physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, tailored to individual patient needs. However, these methods may have limitations in terms of accessibility, adherence, and monitoring of progress.
With advancements in technology, mobile applications offer a promising platform for delivering personalized rehabilitation interventions. The novel application developed for this study provides interactive exercises, cognitive training, and real-time progress tracking, aiming to enhance the rehabilitation process for CVA patients.
The research involves a randomized controlled trial, where patients are divided into two groups: one utilizing the rehabilitation application alongside standard care, and the other receiving conventional follow-up treatment. Key outcomes measured include functional improvement, quality of life, and the occurrence of complications such as secondary strokes, infections, and functional decline.
Preliminary findings suggest potential benefits of the rehabilitation application in reducing complication incidence and improving rehabilitation outcomes. However, further analysis with a larger sample size and longer follow-up duration is needed to validate these results.
Overall, this study contributes to the growing body of knowledge in stroke rehabilitation and healthcare technology, offering insights into the role of mobile applications in optimizing outcomes and improving the quality of care for CVA patients.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Masking
- Participant and Investigator Blinded
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 45.00 Year(s) to 85.00 Year(s) (—)
- Sex
- All
Inclusion Criteria
- •1.Patients undergoing rehabilitation at the specified healthcare facility.
- •2.Patients with the ability to provide informed consent or with a legally authorized representative available to provide consent on their behalf.
Exclusion Criteria
- •1.Age: Participants under the age of 45 years.
- •2.Patients with pre-existing conditions or comorbidities that significantly impact rehabilitation outcomes or ability to participate in the study.
- •3.Patients with a history of substance abuse or psychiatric disorders that may interfere with study participation or compliance with the intervention.
- •4.Patients with a history of previous strokes or neurological conditions unrelated to the current cerebrovascular accident.
- •5.Patients with unstable medical conditions or recent surgeries that may affect their ability to participate in the study or adhere to the intervention protocols.
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Improvement in Physical Function (Physiotherapy Outcomes):
Time Frame: At baseline and three months
Measure: Change in physical function as assessed by standardized scales like the Modified Rankin Scale (mRS), Barthel Index .
Time Frame: At baseline and three months
Secondary Outcomes
- 1. Reduction in Complications,(2. Quality of Life (QoL) scale)
Investigators
Vijay yaswanth reddy bade
Saveetha Medical College Hospital