Effects of Motor and Sensory Exercises on Hand Functions
- Conditions
- Motor Function; Retardation
- Registration Number
- NCT06679361
- Lead Sponsor
- Atlas University
- Brief Summary
This project will compare the effectiveness of sensory and motor exercises used in clinical settings for healthy young adults. This approach will allow the investigators to evaluate the impact of these exercises on hand functions.
The study plans to include 60 healthy young adults aged 18-25. After providing participants with information about the study's purpose, written informed consent will be obtained to confirm voluntary participation. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: "sensory exercise," "motor exercise," and "sensory and motor exercise." The effects on muscle reaction time and hand skills for the dominant and non-dominant hands will be evaluated before and after the exercises.
- Detailed Description
Hand functions occupy a significant place in the functional activities of daily life. Therefore, impairments in wrist function can severely impact daily activities and quality of life. Hand rehabilitation includes various methods aimed at improving hand functions for treating numerous conditions affecting the wrist. However, it has been determined that treatments targeting both motor and sensory functions should be used together to enhance functionality. For this purpose, this project will compare the effectiveness of sensory and motor exercises used in clinical settings in healthy young adults, allowing investigators to evaluate their impact on hand functions.
The study will include 60 healthy young adults aged 18-25. After participants are informed about the study's purpose, written informed consent will be obtained to confirm voluntary participation. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: "sensory exercise," "motor exercise," and "sensory and motor exercise." The effects on muscle reaction time and hand skills for the dominant and non-dominant hands will be evaluated before and after the exercises. Data from the study will be analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25.0. Demographic characteristics of participants will be expressed as arithmetic mean ± standard deviation and percentages. The normal distribution of data will be examined using visual (histogram and probability plots) and analytical methods (Kolmogorov-Smirnov/Shapiro-Wilk tests). Pre- and post-evaluations within groups will be assessed using the student-t test, and intergroup comparisons will be evaluated with the student-t test if data follows a normal distribution, or with the Mann-Whitney U test if not. A p-value of \<0.05 will be considered statistically significant.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 80
- Having the ability to verbally communicate to answer questions
- Willingness to participate in the study
- Having read and signed the informed consent form
- Having joint movement restriction in the upper extremity
- Presence of skin injury or scarring on the hand or wrist
- History of surgery on the upper extremity
- Having an orthopedic problem in the upper extremity
- Having a rheumatic disease
- Having a neurological condition in the upper extremity
- Having a severe mental or cognitive impairment
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Muscle Reaction Time 1 month This measure will assess wrist muscle reaction time using the Light Trainer system. Reaction time will be recorded for both dominant and non-dominant hands in response to visual cues through specific hand movements. Reaction times are measured in milliseconds, with lower scores indicating faster response times (better outcome). Pre- and post-intervention measurements will be conducted to observe changes in muscle responsiveness.
Scale Range: No minimum or maximum value in milliseconds (lower time is better).
Interpretation: Lower reaction times signify better outcomes, as they reflect faster muscle response to visual stimuli.Hand Dexterity (Moberg Pick-Up Test) Hand Dexterity (Moberg Pick-Up Test) Hand Dexterity (Moberg Pick-Up Test) 1 month This measure will evaluate hand dexterity and functional hand skills using the Moberg Pick-Up Test. Participants will be asked to place various objects into a container using both their dominant and non-dominant hands, with and without visual cues. The time taken for each attempt will be recorded, and the best score from three trials will be used to assess dexterity. Measurements are recorded in seconds, where lower scores indicate better hand dexterity.
Scale Range: No minimum or maximum value in seconds (lower time indicates better dexterity).
Interpretation: Lower times signify better outcomes, as they reflect quicker and more coordinated hand movements in completing the task.Grip Strength (Measured Using Jamar Electronic Dynamometer) 1 month This measure will evaluate grip strength using the Jamar Electronic Dynamometer, which is considered the gold standard for grip strength assessment. Participants will perform three maximum grip attempts with both the dominant and non-dominant hands, and the best score from the trials will be recorded. Measurements are taken in kilograms (kg), where higher scores indicate greater grip strength, signifying a better outcome.
Scale Range: The dynamometer measures from 0 to 90 kg. Interpretation: Higher scores reflect stronger grip strength, which is indicative of better hand function.
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Istanbul Atlas University
🇹🇷Istanbul, Turkey