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Comparative Effects of Mirror Therapy and Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance in Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: Hacettepe University
Summary
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of three rehabilitation approaches in individuals with stroke: mirror therapy (MT), cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance (CO-OP), and conventional occupational therapy (COT), all combined with robotic balance training. A total of 45 individuals with subacute and chronic stroke will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. Each group will receive 4 weeks of intervention (5 sessions per week), followed by a 3-month follow-up period. Outcomes related to motor function, somatosensory function, activities of daily living, participation, and quality of life will be assessed at baseline, after intervention, and at follow-up. The study aims to determine which intervention approach is more effective in improving functional outcomes in individuals with stroke.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Mirror Therapy, Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance, and Conventional Occupational Therapy in Individuals With Stroke: A 3-Month Follow-Up Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
45
Start Date
2026-02-15
Completion Date
2027-06-15
Last Updated
2026-04-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Mirror Therapy
Mirror therapy involves the use of a mirror to create a visual illusion of movement of the affected limb by observing the reflection of the unaffected limb. Task-oriented activities are performed to improve motor function and sensory integration in individuals with stroke.
Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP)
CO-OP is a client-centered, performance-based approach that uses cognitive strategies to enable skill acquisition. Participants identify meaningful goals and use guided discovery and problem-solving strategies to improve task performance.
Conventional Occupational Therapy
Conventional occupational therapy includes task-oriented interventions such as reaching, grasping, coordination training, strengthening exercises, and activities aimed at improving functional independence in daily living.
Robotic Balance Training
Robotic balance training is used as a priming intervention before therapy sessions. It includes repetitive, task-specific movements involving weight shifting, postural control, and balance training to enhance motor responses.
Locations (1)
Bayburt State Hospital
Bayburt, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye)