Prophylactic Exercise Therapy for Musculoskeletal Side Effects in Isotretinoin Users: A Controlled Study

Status: Recruiting
Location: See location...
Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Isotretinoin (13-cis retinoic acid) is a retinoic acid that is a derivative of vitamin A. Isotretinoin has been used effectively alone in acne treatment for 35 years. However, it has many side effects. Among the musculoskeletal side effects of this treatment, acute sacroileitis is a common condition. In this clinical picture, recovery may last for a few months after discontinuation of isotretinoin treatment. However, it may become permanent in some cases. According to our current knowledge, there is no study in the literature that prescribes exercise therapy for this patient group. This study, planned to investigate the effects of stretching and sacroiliac mobilization exercises on musculoskeletal pain and quality of life, which are among the side effects of isotretinoin treatment.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 35
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• The participant is between the ages of 18-35,

• Not having a regular exercise habit,

• Starting Isotretinoin treatment for the first time.

Locations
Other Locations
Turkey
Usak University
RECRUITING
Uşak
Contact Information
Primary
Asli K Önal, MD
asli.keles89@hotmail.com
+905056842590
Backup
Ali Y karahan, MD
ali.karahan@usak.edu.tr
+905386921934
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-09-30
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-03-26
Participants
Target number of participants: 160
Treatments
Experimental: Sacroiliac (SI) joint exercise group
This 18-week, 5-day-a-week program is a comprehensive plan designed to build stability, strength, and mobility progressively while being mindful of the sensitivity of the SI joint.~This program is divided into three 6-week phases. Each week consists of 5 sessions, mixing different focuses to ensure balanced development.~Day 1: Foundational Strength \& Stability~Day 2: Low-Impact Cardio \& Active Recovery~Day 3: Core Focus \& Hip Stability~Day 4: Low-Impact Cardio \& Mobility~Day 5: Full Body Integration \& Strength
No_intervention: Control group
Control group: No intervention
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Uşak University

This content was sourced from clinicaltrials.gov