Clinical Research Directory

Turkish Validation of the Parkinson Disease Cognitive Functional Rating Scale

The aim of the present study is to translate the Parkinson's Disease-Cognitive Functional Rating Scale into Turkish (PD-CFRS-Turkish version) and to evaluate its validity and reliability.

Validity and Reliability of Timed Up and Go Test in Dual-Task Conditions for Multiple Sclerosis Patients

his study aims to examine the validity and reliability of the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) under dual-task conditions, where participants perform both a motor and a cognitive task at the same time. MS affects movement, balance, and cognitive functions, which can lead to difficulties in walking and increased risk of falls. In this study, volunteers with MS will be asked to perform the TUG test in different conditions: Single-task TUG: walking, standing up, and sitting down without additional tasks. Cognitive dual-task TUG: performing TUG while doing a cognitive task, such as counting backwards or word generation. Motor dual-task TUG: performing TUG while carrying a small object on a tray. Participants' demographic and clinical information will be recorded, and tests will be repeated to evaluate the reliability of the measurements. The results will help determine if the TUG test can reliably assess both motor and cognitive performance in MS patients. The study is observational, and no experimental treatment will be given. Participation involves only performing tests and answering questions, taking approximately 25-30 minutes per session. All collected data will be kept confidential.

Validity and Reliability of the Two-minute Step Test in Hemophilia

The aim of our study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the 2-minute step test in hemophilia patients, assess its intra-rater and inter-rater reliability, and evaluate its convergent validity and construct validity supported by measurements of gait, balance, and functionality.

Turkish Adaptation of the CTS-6 Evaluation Tool: A Validation and Reliability Study

The purpose of this study is to develop the Turkish version of the CTS-6 Evaluation Tool and to comprehensively assess its validity and reliability in the Turkish population. The CTS-6 Evaluation Tool is a widely used and reliable instrument for the assessment of diagnosis and symptom severity in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. In this study, the CTS-6 will undergo translation and cultural adaptation to ensure linguistic and cultural appropriateness for the Turkish population. The goal is to produce a valid, reliable, and practical tool that can be used efficiently in clinical settings. The adapted version is intended to be applicable across multiple medical specialties involved in the diagnosis and management of carpal tunnel syndrome in Turkey. The results are expected to provide a trustworthy Turkish version of the CTS-6 suitable for both clinical practice and research purposes.

Cross-Cultural Adaptation, Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Version of the Adolfsson-Björnsson Upper Extremity Activity Scale (ABAS)

Activity limitation is a common problem in individuals with upper extremity disorders. Many conditions involving the shoulder complex such as traumatic and non-traumatic upper extremity pain, subacromial impingement, postoperative pain, rotator sheath tears, rotator sheath tendinopathy, shoulder arthritis, adhesive capsulitis, shoulder instabilities may lead to limitations in activities of daily living due to pain and/or symptoms. Therefore, evaluation of upper extremity activities and determination of possible limitations have an important place in the management of the disease process. Until now, symptom-related activities of daily living in patients with upper limb disorders have often been assessed with the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire (DASH) and the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI). However, in the development of these scales, only statements describing specific activities were used and items were not scored from easy to difficult according to activity level. There is no scale specifically developed for upper extremity pathologies that grades upper extremity activity level according to a certain level of difficulty. In order to fill this gap in the literature, Adolfsson et al. developed 'The Adolfsson-Björnsson Upper Extremity Activity Scale (ABAS)' to evaluate activities of daily living according to the perceived difficulty level in individuals with upper extremity injuries. Cross-cultural adaptation, validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the ABAS have not been studied. The aim of this study was to make a cross-cultural Turkish adaptation of the 'The Adolfsson-Björnsson Upper Extremity Activity Scale (ABAS)' and to investigate the validity, reliability and psychometric properties of the Turkish version on individuals with upper extremity disorders.

Turkish Translation , Validity and Reliability of the Hypertonia Assessment Tool in Children With Motor Disorders

Translating batteries with good psychometric properties into Turkish will increase the number of assessment batteries we can use in our language for clinical and academic studies. Therefore, the aim of our study was to verify the validity, reliability, and translation into Turkish of the Hypertonus Assessment Tool for children with motor disorders.

Validity and Reliability of Gait and Jump Parameters Measured by the iSen Device in Healthy Adults

This study aims to evaluate the validity and reliability of gait and jumping parameters measured with the iSen device in healthy adults. Gait analysis is a valuable tool for assessing general health, cognitive performance, quality of life, and mortality. It is commonly used by clinicians to assess functional limitations resulting from neurological or orthopedic conditions and to guide treatment plans. Traditional gait assessments primarily focus on walking speed, but additional parameters such as step length, step time, and gait symmetry are crucial for a comprehensive analysis. The study will also assess vertical jump performance, which is a surrogate measure of explosive lower limb strength and is commonly used in sports performance and injury prediction. The iSen device, a wearable and affordable sensor, will be compared to the validated BTS G-Walk system to evaluate the accuracy and consistency of its measurements. Participants aged 18-35 with no history of musculoskeletal, neurological, or systemic conditions will be included. The study will be conducted at Gazi University and Kırıkkale University, where participants will undergo assessments of gait and jump performance using both iSen and BTS G-Walk devices. A test-retest reliability protocol will be employed with a seven-day interval between measurements. The results will provide evidence on the suitability of the iSen device for reliable and valid gait and jump measurements in clinical settings

Perceptual Evaluation and Rehabilitation System Development for Congenital Hearing Loss

This study aims to establish a novel multimodal evaluation and precision rehabilitation system for patients with congenital hearing loss who have received hearing aids, cochlear implantation, or emerging gene therapy. The proposed system will integrate age-stratified difficulty levels, combined with a gamified interaction platform or software designed to assess and train three core perceptual domains: auditory speech perception, music perception, and spatial hearing capabilities.

Adaptation of the Intensive Care Unit-specific Pressure Injury Risk Scale to Turkish (RAPS-ICU)

The aim of this study was to evaluate the translation, cross-cultural fit, and psychometric properties of the ICU-specific pressure injury risk scale