Mulligan Mobilization in Rheumatoid Hand

Last updated: December 13, 2024
Sponsor: Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi
Overall Status: Completed

Phase

N/A

Condition

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis And Arthritic Pain

Musculoskeletal Diseases

Treatment

Mulligan Mobilization

Clinical Study ID

NCT05660629
Ahi Evran University
  • Ages 30-65
  • All Genders

Study Summary

The goal of this randomized-controlled study is to learn about the effectiveness of the Mulligan mobilization in rheumatoid hands. The main question it aims to answer are:

-Does mulligan mobilization reduce effusion in wrist joints with rheumatoid arthritis? Participants will take Mulligan mobilization application and active ROM exercises for their hands. Researcher will compare treatments group ith sham mobilization.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Having been diagnosed with RAS according to ACR and EULAR criteria,

  • Being under the control of a physiatrist for at least 1 year,

  • Have not had any upper extremity surgery in the last 6 months

  • Have the cognitive capacity to understand commands,

  • Not to be involved in any other rehabilitation program or study,

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Presence of soft tissue injury and chronic bone damage in the hand,

  • Presence of acute inflammation in any joint in the previous week,

  • Presence of a degenerative or non-degenerative neurological condition that causes achange in pain perception,

Study Design

Total Participants: 21
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: Mulligan Mobilization
Phase:
Study Start date:
October 30, 2023
Estimated Completion Date:
December 12, 2024

Study Description

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic disease that can lead to chronic pain, bone and soft tissue damage, and disability retirement. Alleviating pain and maintaining joint range of motion in RA are important for reducing disability. Joint mobilizations are manual therapy techniques used to increase range of motion and reduce pain. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of rheumatoid hand exercise and protective approach and joint mobilization applications on pain, functional status and quality of life.

Connect with a study center

  • Ahi Evran University

    Kırşehir,
    Turkey

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