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Sensory and Functional Impairments in Cervical Disc Herniation
Sponsor: Inonu University
Summary
The aim of the study was to evaluate the levels of somatosensory perception, pain threshold and kinesiophobia in individuals with SDH, to examine their relationship with upper extremity functional skills and to compare them with healthy individuals.
Official title: Investigation of Somatosensory Perception, Pain, Kinesiophobia, and Upper Extremity Functional Skills in Cervical Disc Herniation: A Case-Control Study
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
64
Start Date
2025-10-24
Completion Date
2026-03-12
Last Updated
2025-12-22
Healthy Volunteers
Not specified
Conditions
Interventions
Somatosensory Perception Tests
Tactile Localization Test The tactile localization test assesses touch perception. Finger Recognition Test The participant is asked to point to their finger, which has been touched with a pen, while their eyes are closed. Double-Touch Stimulus Perception Test This test is based on the identification of two separate stimuli presented simultaneously.
The Visual Analog Scale
The Visual Analog Scale evaluates the intensity of pain felt by patients in different activities and time periods (rest, activity and night) in centimeters (cm).
Pain Threshold and Tolerance Assessment
Participants' pain threshold and tolerance to pressure are assessed using a digital algometer (JTech Medical Industries, ZEVEX Company).
Upper extremity functionality
Upper extremity functionality will be assessed using the DASH and Purdue Pegboard Manual Dexterity Test.
Locations (1)
Dilan Demirtas Karaoba
Iğdır, Iğdir, Turkey (Türkiye)