Comparing Live and Recorded Online Exercise Programs for People With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Compares live and recorded video exercise programs in adults with ankylosing spondylitis.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Effectiveness of Telerehabilitation in Ankylosing Spondylitis
Key facts
- Where
- Elâzığ, TürkiyeSee the site
AI summary: who the study is looking for
From the trial's eligibility criteria. Machine-read from the registry text on this page, so it can be wrong. The registry text below and the trial team decide who can take part.
The trial is looking for adults with ankylosing spondylitis, diagnosed at least one year ago, who can use a smartphone. It compares live video exercise, pre-recorded video exercise and a brochure.
- Age
- 18-65 years (the registry also lists a minimum age of 16 years).
- Sex
- All sexes can join.
- Disease stage
- Ankylosing spondylitis diagnosed by a specialist at least one year ago.
- Earlier treatment
- Cannot have had an unstable medical treatment in the last three months, treatment for an exacerbation in the last three weeks, or an exercise program in the last month.
Main reasons for not taking part
- History of pregnancy, malignancy, or surgery in the last six months
- Blood pressure or diabetes problems that medication cannot control
- Orthopedic, neurological, or mental illness that affects exercise
- Using an assistive device for walking
- Cannot read and write, or has no smartphone
Read by machine on 12 November 2026.
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 16 and 65 years old?
Source: NCT07503327, who can take part
Where in Türkiye
- Fırat University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine - Division of Rheumatology.Elâzığ, TürkiyeContact: Fırat University Faculty of Medicine Department of Internal Medicine - Division of Rheumatology.Taking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Contact the study team: see the registry record → Contacts and Locations
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- Who runs it
- Inonu University
- Trial code
- NCT07503327
- Record updated
- 31 March 2026
- Original description
Purpose of the study:Read full original descriptionShow less
Investigation of the Effectiveness of Different Telerehabilitation Applications in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Purpose of the study:
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic disease that affects the spine and joints, causing pain, stiffness, fatigue, and reduced quality of life. Exercise is known to help reduce pain and improve function in individuals with AS. However, the most effective type and method of exercise are not fully known. This study aims to compare the effects of different telerehabilitation methods-synchronous (live video) and asynchronous (pre-recorded video)-on disease activity, physical function, mobility, fatigue, quality of life, kinesiophobia (fear of movement), and pain levels in individuals with AS.
Study design and methods:
This is a randomized controlled experimental study. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups:
Synchronous telerehabilitation: Exercise sessions via live video, 3 times per week for 8 weeks.
Asynchronous telerehabilitation: Exercise sessions via pre-recorded videos, 3 times per week for 8 weeks.
Control group: Exercise instructions provided in a brochure.
All groups will perform exercises for approximately 40-50 minutes per session, focusing on flexibility, strength, posture, balance, coordination, and functional movements. Participants will be evaluated before the intervention (week 0) and after 8 weeks for disease activity, physical function, mobility, fatigue, quality of life, kinesiophobia, and pain during rest, movement, and sleep.
Participants:
The study will include adults aged 18-65 years diagnosed with AS at least one year prior, able to use a smartphone, and willing to participate. Individuals who are pregnant, have serious comorbidities, recent surgery, or conditions affecting mobility will be excluded.
Expected benefits:
The study will identify which telerehabilitation method is more effective for individuals with AS. telerehabilitation may provide easier access to treatment, improve adherence to exercise programs, and contribute to better disease management and quality of life.
Inclusion: Being between the ages of 18-65; Having been diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis by a specialist at least one year ago,; Agreeing to participate in the study voluntarily,; Owning and being able to use a smartphone,; Being able to read and write.
Exclusion: Having a history of exacerbations in the last three weeks and having received treatment for exacerbations; Having a history of pregnancy, malignancy, or recent surgery (within the last six months); Having a history of hypertension and diabetes that cannot be controlled with medication; Having any orthopedic, neurological, or mental illness that would affect exercise; Failure to attend three consecutive treatment sessions,; Failure to complete the tests and questionnaires,; Having instable medical treatment within the last three months; Having any assistive device for ambulation; Having participated in any exercise-based intervention program within the last month Exclusion Criteria; Voluntarily withdrawing from the study.