About this trial
This randomized controlled trial examines the effectiveness of sensory training in patients undergoing rehabilitation for distal radius fractures. Forty-four participants (aged 18-65, with no prior upper extremity injuries) will be randomly assigned to a control group (conventional physiotherapy) or an experimental group (conventional physiotherapy plus sensory training, including desensitization and proprioception exercises). Assessments will be conducted at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks using grip strength, sensory function, fine motor skills, pain level, and functional capacity measures. The study aims to compare the impact of sensory training versus conventional physiotherapy on pain reduction, sensory recovery, grip strength, and functional hand use.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Aged 18-65 years
Diagnosed with distal radius fracture
In the rehabilitation phase after fracture healing
No prior upper extremity injuries
Disqualifiers
Any other musculoskeletal injury affecting the upper limb
Previous upper extremity surgeries
Severe neuropathy or sensory disorders
Uncontrolled chronic pain conditions
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Conventional therapy
- Sensory Training
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Istanbul University
Lead sponsor
Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Sponsor institution