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The Effect of Art Therapy on Patients With Stroke
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
Stroke can affect the physical, emotional and social aspects of the patient and their family members. It is the main cause of complex disability, with a high number of people living with its effects. Stroke can result in impairments in motor function, language, cognition, sensory processing, cognition, and emotional disturbances, which can affect the performance of functional activities and mental health status. Getting patients involved in art therapy (AT) class has shown to alleviate stress and promote a sense of wellbeing, which can aid their recovery and rehabilitation. The benefits of art therapy for people living with different health conditions worldwide have been reported, however, its effect on Egyptian patients with stroke has been neglected.
Official title: The Effect of Art Therapy on Cognitive Ability, Arm Activity and Mental Health Status in Patients With Stroke
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-12-30
Completion Date
2027-12-30
Last Updated
2025-08-14
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Art therapy
Art therapy including coloring, painting and listening to music
Locations (1)
Unit of stroke and cerebral vascular disease treatment
Cairo, Egypt