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The effectiveness of smartphone-based applications in enhancing upper extremity function in stroke patients: a randomized controlled clinical trial.

The effectiveness of smartphone-based applications in enhancing upper extremity function in stroke patients: a randomized controlled clinical trial.

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
PACTR
Registry ID
PACTR202504595052372
Enrollment
44
Registered
2025-04-14
Start date
2025-01-08
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-09-14

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Nervous System Diseases

Interventions

Group 1 Standard treatment
Group 2 Virtual Reality group

Sponsors

Badr University at Cairo
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: -Age range of 40-70 years -First-ever stroke-related hemiparesis proven by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), lasting 6 weeks - 6 months. -More affected UE will score 1 - 2 on Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) -Moderate motor impairment of the more affected UE on the Fugl Meyer Assessment of the Upper Extremity (FMA-UE) -Ability to access and use a smartphone with basic proficiency (ability to install and use applications). -Adequate understanding of instruction during the evaluation and treatment process. -Absence of any severe comorbid conditions (e.g., severe heart disease, uncontrolled hypertension) that could interfere with participation in the current study.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: -Severe cognitive impairment (dementia, or MMSE <24) that would affect patient ability to engage in smartphone applications or follow instructions. -Acute medical issues (e.g., uncontrolled infections, acute heart failure, recent surgeries) that would prevent participating in the study. -Paralysis of the more affected upper or lower extremity that would limit participation in exercises via the smart phone.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Fugl- Meyer Assessment of the Upper Extremity (FMA-UE) was used to assess the upper limb recovery ; Hand dynamometer to measure grip strength

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Stroke Impact Scale to measure self-reported function of the patients

Countries

Egypt

Contacts

Public ContactDany Alphonse Anwar Habib

Assistant professor of Department for neuromuscular Disorders and its Surgery College of Physical Therapy Suez University

danyalphonse@gmail.com+201283647371

Outcome results

None listed

Source: PACTR (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Sep 19, 2026