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Effect of Whole Body Vibration on Rehabilitation in Distal Radius Fractures
Sponsor: Istanbul University
Summary
This study is a randomized controlled clinical trial designed to evaluate the effects of whole body vibration (WBV) added to conventional rehabilitation on functional and sensorimotor recovery in patients with conservatively treated distal radius fractures. Following immobilization, patients often experience pain, reduced range of motion, decreased muscle strength, and impaired proprioception, which negatively affect functional recovery. WBV is thought to enhance neuromuscular activation and improve proprioceptive input, thereby contributing to functional performance. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups; the experimental group will receive WBV in addition to conventional rehabilitation three times per week for eight weeks, while the control group will receive only conventional rehabilitation. Assessments will be conducted at baseline, week 4, and week 8. The primary outcome measure is the Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE), while secondary outcomes include QuickDASH, Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), joint position sense, grip strength, range of motion, and fine motor skills.
Official title: Effect Of Whole Body Vibration On Functional And Sensorimotor Recovery In Conservatively Treated Distal Radius Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
66
Start Date
2026-07-25
Completion Date
2027-05-25
Last Updated
2026-07-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Whole-Body Vibration Therapy
Whole-body vibration therapy will be administered using a Power Plate device at a frequency of 35 Hz and an amplitude of 2 mm, three sessions per week for 8 weeks, in addition to a standardized conventional rehabilitation program.
Conventional Rehabilitation Exercise Program
Participants will receive a standardized conventional rehabilitation program including range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises, proprioceptive training, functional activities, and patient education three times per week for 8 weeks.