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Ultrasound Assessment of Neck Muscles and Balance in Male Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Sponsor: Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Summary
The aim of this study is to evaluate the relationship between ultrasonographic measurements of the cervical muscles and balance parameters in patients diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS)
Official title: The Relationship Between Ultrasonographic Measurements of Cervical Multifidus and Longus Colli Muscles and Balance in Male Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis:Controlled Study
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
76
Start Date
2025-01-01
Completion Date
2025-10-01
Last Updated
2025-05-13
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Ultrasonographic assessment of Cervical Multifidus and Longus Colli Muscle Thickness, Postural Balance and Limit of Stability using the balance platform,Cervical Flexion and Extension Strength
Intervention Description Participants in both groups will undergo ultrasonographic measurement of cervical multifidus and longus colli muscle thickness. Postural sway, Limits of Stability (LOS), and a 6-direction balance test (ABC-6) will be assessed using the HUR SmartBalance BTG4 platform under stable and unstable conditions with eyes open and closed. Functional balance will be evaluated with the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test, and Single-Leg Stance Test. Isometric cervical flexion and extension strength will be measured bilaterally using a hand-held dynamometer. Ankylosing Spondylitis patients will additionally complete BASFI, BASMI, BASDAI, and ASQoL questionnaires.
Locations (1)
Istanbul Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Trainig and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Bahcelievler, Turkey (Türkiye)