Investigation of the effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation-based upper extremity exercises on upper extremity physical fitness parameters and shooting performance in archers

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı skapular stabilizasyon egzersizlerine ek olarak uygulanan proprioseptif nöromusküler fasilitasyon (PNF) egzersizlerinin okçularda üst ekstremite fiziksel uygunluk parametreleri ve atış performansı üzerindeki etkilerini araştırmaktır. Yöntem: Çalışmaya 9-14 yaş aralığında 32 okçu birey randomize olarak iki gruba ayrılarak dahil edildi. Kontrol grubuna (n=16) skapular stabilizasyon egzersizleri, Çalışma grubuna (n=16) skapular stabilizasyon egzersizlerine ek PNF egzersizleri verildi. Egzersiz protokolü, 6 hafta süresince haftada 3 kez uygulandı. Bireylerin egzersiz öncesi ve sonrasında kavrama kuvveti (El Dinamometresi), skapular kas kuvveti (el dinamometresi), üst ekstremite patlayıcı gücü (Sağlık Topu Fırlatma Testi), üst ekstremite enduransı (şınav testi) ve atış performansı değerlendirildi. Bulgular: Kontrol grubunda egzersiz sonrası skapular kas kuvveti, üst ekstremite patlayıcı gücü ve enduransı ile atış performansı değerlerinde anlamlı düzeyde artış sağlandı (p<0,05). Çalışma grubunda skapular kas kuvveti, üst ekstremite patlayıcı gücü ve enduransı, atış performansı değerlerinde anlamlı farklılık kaydedildi (p<0,05). Gruplar arası karşılaştırma yapıldığında atış performansındaki artış çalışma grubu lehine bulundu (p<0,05). Sonuç: Okçuların üst ekstremite fonksiyonelliği ve performansının arttırılmasında skapular stabilizasyon egzersiz eğitiminin etkili olduğu, eğitime PNF egzersizlerinin eklenmesi ile atış performansında daha fazla gelişme elde edildiği belirlendi.Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) in addition to scapular stabilization exercises on upper limb physical parameters and shooting performance in archers. Methods: Thirty-two archers aged between 9-14 were included in this study. Participants were randomly allocated to control or study group. Scapular stabilization exercises were given to the control group (n=16) and PNF exercises added to the study group (n=16). Participants completed a 6-week exercise protocol, three times per week. Hand grip strength (hand-held dynamometer), scapular muscle strength (Hand-Held dynamometer), upper extremity explosive power (medicine ball throw test) and endurance (push up test) and shooting performance were evaluated before and after exercises. Results: Scapular muscle strength, upper extremity explosive power and endurance and shooting performance values were significantly increased in the control group (p<0.05). Scapular muscle strength, upper extremity explosive power and endurance, reaction time, and shooting performance values were significantly increased in the study group (p <0.05). When the control group and study group are compared, the increase of shooting performance is found in study group favor. Conclusion: It has been shown that scapular stabilization exercise program can be effectively used in archers for improvement of upper extremity function and performance; with addition of PNF exercises to training, it was determined that more improvement was achieved in shooting performance

The effect of carbon insole use on foot plantar pressure distribution in individuals with pes planus and pes cavus

Amaç: Çalışmada kişiye özel üretilen karbon tabanlık kullanımının, pes planus veya pes kavusu olan bireylerde dinamik ve statik plantar basınç analizine etkisini değerlendirmek amaçlanmıştır. Yöntem: Çalışmaya tabanlık kullanması reçete edilen 30 gönüllü birey cinsiyet ayrımı gözetmeksizin dahil edildi. Ağrı değerlendirmesi için Görsel Analog Skala (GAS), dinamik ve statik plantar basınç analizi için sensor medica pedobarografik cihaz ve yaşam kalitesi için Kısa Form-36 Yaşam Kalitesi Anketi kullanıldı. Kişiye özel karbon tabanlık üretilip, katılımcıların 6 ay kullanması istendi. Analizler tekrarlı ölçümlü Anova testi ile başlangıçta, 2. ve 6. ayda yapıldı. Sonuçlar: Karbon tabanlık kullanımı öncesi ilk ölçüm, 2. ve 6. ayda yapılan GAS değerlendirmelerinde (p<0,001), dinamik pedobarografik ölçüm analizlerinde (p<0,05) ve sağ ve sol ayağa binen ağırlık yüzdesi dışında diğer statik pedobarografik ölçüm analizlerinde (p<0,05) istatistiksel düzeyde anlamlı farklılık elde edildi. Yaşam kalitesinin sosyal fonksiyon hariç tüm diğer alt başlıklarında istatistiksel düzeyde anlamlı değişiklik belirlendi (p<0,05). Tartışma: Pes planus veya pes kavusa sahip bireylerde kişiye özel karbon tabanlık kullanımının ayak ağrısını azalttığı, statik ve dinamik plantar basınç analizi ile yaşam kalitesi üzerinde olumlu etkisi olduğu belirlenmiştir.Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of using custom made carbon insoles on dynamic and static plantar pressure analysis in individuals with pes planus or pes cavus. Methods: Thirty volunteers who were prescribed to use insoles were included in the study, regardless of gender. The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) was used for pain assessment, and the sensor medica pedobarographic device for dynamic and static plantar pressure analysis and Short Form-36 Quality of Life Questionnaire for quality of life. Personalized carbon insoles were produced and the participants were asked to use it for 6 months. Analyzes were performed with repeated measures Anova test at baseline, at 2 and 6 months. Results: Before using carbon insoles; In the first measurement, 2nd and 6th month VAS evaluations (p<0.001), dynamic pedobarographic measurement analyzes (p<0.05), other static pedobarographic measurement analyzes except the percentage of weight on the right and left feet (p<0.05) statistically significant difference was obtained. A statistically significant change was found in all subtitles of quality of life except social function (p<0.05). Conclusion: The use of personalized carbon insoles in individuals with pes planus or pes cavus; it has been determined that it reduces foot pain and has a positive effect on quality of life with static and dynamic plantar pressure analysis

The relationship of gross motor function level and independence level with parents' quality of life in preschool children with down syndrome

Amaç: Çalışmamızda farklı kaba motor fonksiyon seviyesi ve bağımsızlık düzeyine sahip Down Sendromlu (DS) çocukların, ebeveynlerinin yaşam kalitesi, depresyon, kaygı ve stres düzeyi ile ilişkisinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır.Gereç ve Yöntem: 1- 6 yaş aralığında (yaş ort: 3,40±1,65) 50 DS’li birey (27 erkek ve 23 kız) ve ebeveynleri çalışmaya dahil edildi. Çocukların ve ebeveynlerin sosyo-demografik bilgileri kaydedildi. Bireylerin kaba motor fonksiyon seviyesi için; Kaba motor fonksiyon ölçütü- 88 (KMFÖ- 88), bağımsızlık düzeyini belirlemek için Pediatrik fonksiyonel bağımsızlık ölçümü (PFBÖ) uygulandı. Ebeveynlerin yaşam kalitesini değerlendirmek amacıyla; Kısa form- 36 (KF-36), Beck depresyon ölçeği (BDÖ), Ebeveyn stres indeksi-Kısa form (ESİ-KF) ve Sürekli kaygı envanteri (SKE) kullanıldı. Ölçümler arasında Pearson korelasyonu ile ilişki analizi yapıldı.Bulgular: 50 DS’li çocuk ve ebeveynlerinden elde ettiğimiz verilere göre, ebeveynlerin depresyon, kaygı ve stres düzeyi yüksek bulundu. KMFÖ-88 ve PFBÖ değerlendirme parametreleri arasında pozitif yönde anlamlı ilişki belirlendi (p0,05).Sonuç: DS tanısı almış çocukların ebeveynlerinde stres, kaygı, depresyon gibi duygu durum bozukluklarının görüldüğü ve buna bağlı olarak ebeveynlerin düşük yaşam kalitesine sahip olduğu; çocukların kaba motor fonksiyon seviyesi ve bağımsızlık düzeylerinin ebeveynlerindeki psikolojik duruma ve yaşam kalitesine herhangi bir etkisinin olmadığı belirlendi.Aim: In our study, it was aimed to investigate the relationship between children with Down syndrome (DS) with different gross motor function levels and independence levels and their parents' quality of life, depression, anxiety and stress levels.Material and Method: This study includes between 1-6 years old (mean age: 3,40±1,65) 50 children with DS (27 boys and 23 girls) and parents of them. Socio-demographic information of parents and children in our study is recorded. To measure the level of gross motor function of children; it is used Gross Motor Function Measure88 (GMFM-88) also it is used The Functional Independence Measure for Children (WeeFIM) to measure the level of independency. Parents are evaluated with 36-Item Short Form (SF-36), Beck Depresssion Inventory(BDI), Parents Stress Index Short Form (PSI-SF), Trait Anxiety Inventory (TAI) to detect life quality. Relationship analysis with Pearson correlation was performed between the measurements.Results: According to the data we obtained from 50 DS children and their parents, the levels of depression, anxiety and stress of the parents were high. A positive correlation was determined between KMFÖ-88 and WeeFIM evaluation parameters (p 0,05).Conclusion: It's found that, parents of individuals with DS have mood disorder and as a result of it, they have low life quality; gross motor function level and it's independency grade has no effect on life quality and psychological state of parents

The effect of median nerve mobilization on two point discrimination

[Purpose] Two-point discrimination (TPD) is expressed as the minimum distance at which two mechanical stimuli applied simultaneously to the skin can be perceived as two separate points. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of median nerve mobilization on TPD in healthy adults. [Participants and Methods] This study included 120 healthy adults. Participants were randomized according to their gender into the Neural Mobilization Group (NMG) and Control Group (CG). Demographic data of the participants (gender, age, height, weight, BMI, smoking) were recorded and TPD measurement was performed with baseline aesthesiometer on the palm with distal phalanges of the thumb, index and middle finger on the right-left hand. After the baseline TPD test, participants in the NMG performed Median Nerve Mobilization for 14 days. Measurements were taken before and after training. [Results] A statistically significant difference was found in all other measurements in both groups, except for the right and left palm TPD measurements in the control group. [Conclusion] It is thought that it would be beneficial to investigate the healing effects of the neural mobilization applications, which include all parts of the nerve line in disease conditions

Comparison of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise and Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides techniques in chronic low back pain

Amaç: Çalışmada Mulligan Bent Leg Raise (BLR) ve Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGS) tekniklerinin kronik bel ağrısındaki etkinliğinin karşılaştırılması amaçlandı.Yöntem: Çalışmaya yaşları 25-55 arasında, spesifik olmayan bel ağrısı şikâyeti en az 3 aydır devam eden 45 birey alındı. Hastalar randomize bir şekilde, Kontrol grubu (n=15), Mulligan BLR grubu (n=15) ve Mulligan SNAGS grubu (n=15) olarak 3’e ayrıldı. Her 3 gruba uygulanan klasik elektroterapi yöntemlerine ilave olarak BLR grubuna Mulligan BLR tekniği, SNAGS grubuna Mulligan SNAGS tekniği uygulandı. Hastaların dinlenme ve hareket durumundaki ağrısı görsel analog skala ile, lumbar bölge eklem hareket açıklığı inklinometre ile, esneklik değerlendirmesi Schober ve parmak-zemin testi ile ve fonksiyonel düzeyleri Oswestry Bel Ağrısı Anketi ile tedavi öncesi ve sonrasında değerlendirildi.Bulgular: Tedavi sonrasında tüm gruplarda istirahat ve hareket esnasında ağrı şiddetlerinde ve Schober testi sonuçlarında anlamlı fark belirlendi (p<0,05). SNAGS grubundaki olguların eklem hareket açıklıklarındaki artış diğer gruplara göre anlamlı olarak daha yüksek bulundu (p<0,05). SNAGS grubundaki parmak zemin testindeki değişimin diğer gruplara göre anlamlı olarak daha yüksek olduğu belirlendi (p<0,05). Oswestry skalası sonuçları karşılaştırıldığında, BLR grubundaki değişim diğer gruplara kıyasla anlamlı olarak daha yüksekti (p<0,05).Sonuç: Mulligan mobilizasyon teknikleri ağrı azalmasında, eklem hareket açıklığı, esneklik ve fonksiyonelliğin artmasında etkili bulundu. Mulligan mobilizasyon grupları karşılaştırıldığında BLR grubunun fonksiyonelliği arttırmada SNAGS grubuna göre daha etkili olduğu, SNAGS grubunun eklem hareket açıklığı ve esnekliği arttırmada BLR grubuna göre daha etkili olduğu belirlendi.Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise (BLR) and Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGS) techniques in chronic low back pain.Methods: Forty-five individuals between the ages of 25-55 who had nonspecific low back pain at least 3 months were included in the study. The patients were randomly divided into 3 groups as Control group (n= 15), Mulligan BLR group (n= 15) and Mulligan SNAGS group (n= 15). In addition to the classical electrotherapy methods applied to all 3 groups; Mulligan BLR technique was applied to BLR group and Mulligan SNAGS technique was applied to SNAGS group. Patients’ pain at rest and in motion was evaluated with visual analog scale, lumbar range of motion with inclinometer, flexibility assessment with Schober and finger-floor test, and functional levels with Oswestry Low Back Pain Questionnaire before and after treatment.Results: After treatment, a significant difference was determined in pain intensity during rest and movement and in the results of Schober test in all groups (p<0.001). The increase in range of motion of the patients in the SNAGS group was found to be significantly higher than the other groups (p<0.05). It was determined that the change in finger ground test in the SNAGS group was significantly higher than the other groups (p<0.05). When Oswestry results were compared, the change in the BLR group was significantly higher than the other groups (p <0.05).Conclusion: Mulligan mobilization techniques were found effective in reducing pain, increasing range of motion, flexibility, and functionality. When the Mulligan mobilization groups were compared, it was determined that the BLR group was more effective in enhancing functionality than the SNAGS group, and the SNAGS group was more effective in enhancing joint range of motion and flexibility than the BLR group

Auswirkungen von Yogatraining in Verbindung mit Telerehabilitation auf die Rumpfstabilisierung und die körperliche Fitness bei jungen Tennisspielern: Eine randomisierte kontrollierte Studie

Introduction: This study aimed to investigate the effects of yoga training applied with telerehabilitation on core stability, and strength, balance, flexibility, upper extremity stability, body awareness, and quality of life in tennis players aged 6–18 years. Methods: Forty tennis players were randomly divided into two groups to participate in this study. The control group (n = 20) continued tennis training and was informed about the importance of the core region. The yoga group (n = 20) received yoga training with telerehabilitation 2 days a week for 8 weeks. Athletes were evaluated with sport-specific core muscle strength and stability tests, the back scratch test, the sit and reach test, the flamingo balance test, the y-balance test (lower quarter), the upper extremity closed kinetic chain stability test, the SF-36, and body awareness questionnaires. Measurements have been done in the tennis club before and after the 8 weeks of training. Results: A significant increase was determined in core strength and stability, sit and reach, back scratch test, upper extremity stability, and body awareness questionnaire in the yoga group (p < 0.001). Flamingo and Y balance test results were significant (p < 0.002). Positive improvements were found in SF-36s energy-fatigue level, mental well-being, social function (p < 0.042), pain (p < 0.005), and general health (p < 0.001). A significant increase was observed in the core strength measurement mean score in the control group (p < 0.018). Sit and reach test, flamingo test, and body awareness questionnaire were found to be significant after the intervention (p < 0.001). Significant improvements were found in the pain (p < 0.042), and mental well-being (p < 0.001) sub-parameters of the SF-36. Conclusion: In the study, it was concluded that yoga training applied with telerehabilitation in tennis players aged 6–18 has a positive effect on core strength, and stabilization, physical fitness parameters, quality of life, and body awareness

Investigation of the effect of using custom made insoles on plantar load distribution, foot posture and pain in heavy metal workers

Amaç: Ayak deformiteleri; ağrı, ayak fonksiyonelliğinde kısıtlanma, taban basıncının dengesiz dağılımı gibibirçok olumsuz etkiye neden olmaktadır. Oluşan bu olumsuz etkiler tendon, ligament, kas, sinir ve kemik-eklemdokularını ilgilendiren sorunlar ortaya çıkararak zincir şeklinde tüm vücudu etkiler. Kişiye özel üretilen tabanlıklarayak deformitelerinin meydana getirdiği negatif etkiler büyük oranda azaltılabilmektedir. Çalışmamızın amacı ağırhadde işçilerinde kişiye özel üretilen tabanlık kullanımının plantar yük dağılımı, ayak postürü ve ağrı üzerine olanetkisini incelemekti.Gereç ve Yöntem: Çalışmaya bir fabrikada ağır hadde işçisi olarak çalışan 89 bireyden dahil edilme kriterlerineuyan 25 kişi çalışmaya alındı. Deformitelere özgü bilgisayar destekli tasarım ve üretim yöntemiyle tabanlıkuygulaması yapıldı. Bireylerin sosyodemografik bilgileri kaydedildi. Plantar yük dağılımı çıplak ayak ile statikpedobarografik cihazı (Sensörmedica, İtalya), ayak postürü “ Ayak Postür İndeksi” ve ağrı “McGill Ağrı Anketi”ile değerlendirildi. Ölçümler, müdahalenin başında yapılan anlık ölçüme ek olarak 4’ncü hafta ve 8'inci haftasonunda tekrarlandı.Bulgular: Bireylerin anlık, 4.hafta ile 8'inci hafta ölçümleri karşılaştırıldı. Ön ayak yük dağılımlarında anlamlıazalma (p<0,05) ve arka ayak yük dağılımlarında anlamlı artma bulundu (p<0,05). Ayak postür indeksi medyanlarıarasında pozitif yönde anlamlı fark bulundu (p=0,022). Mcgill-Melzack Ağrı Anketi’ sonuçlarında ağrıda azalmayönünde anlamlı bir fark bulundu (p<0,001).Sonuç: Kişiye özel tabanlık kullanımının plantar yükün dengeli dağılımını sağlamada, ayak postürünü düzeltmedeve ağrıyı azaltmada etkili olduğu görüldü.Purpose: Foot deformities cause many negative effects such as pain, limitation in foot functionality, unbalanced distribution of plantar pressure. These negative effects create problems involving tendons, ligaments, muscles, nerves, and bone-joint tissues, affecting the whole body in the form of a chain. Custom made insoles can reduce the negative effects of foot deformities to a great extent. The aim of our study was to examine the effect of using custom made insoles on plantar load distribution, foot posture, and pain in heavy metalworkers. Materials and Methods: Of the 89 individuals working as heavy rolling mill workers in a factory, 25 people who met the inclusion criteria were included in the study. Insoles were applied using a computer-aided design and production method specific to deformities. Sociodemographic information of the individuals was recorded. Plantar load distribution was evaluated with bare feet using a static pedobarographic device (Sensörmedica, Italy), foot posture with the “Foot Posture Index” and pain with the “McGill Pain Questionnaire”. Measurements were repeated at the end of the 4th and 8th week in addition to the instantaneous measurement performed at the beginning of the intervention. Result: Individuals' instantaneous, 4th week and 8th week measurements were compared. There was a significant decrease in forefoot load distribution (p <0.05) and a significant increase in hindfoot load distribution (p <0.05). A positive significant difference was found between the foot posture index medians (p = 0.022). A significant difference was found in the direction of pain reduction due to the results of the Mcgill-Melzack Pain Questionnaire (p <0.001). Results: It was observed that the use of custom made insoles was effective in providing a balanced distribution of plantar load, correcting the foot posture, and reducing pain

Investigation of the effect of different eye exercises on hypermetropia in school-aged children: A randomized single-blind trial

To investigate the effect of different eye exercises on hypermetropia in school-aged children and to determine whether exercise protocols have superiority to each other. 60 hypermetropia school-aged children were randomly assigned to three groups: Bates Exercise Group (BEG), Convergence Exercise Group (CEG) and Oculo-Motor Exercise Group (OMEG). Outcome measures included sciascopy, Snellen chart and The Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory Version 4.0(PedsQI4.0). All three groups were given home exercises which warranted eye exercises twice a day, repeated 10 times daily for 6 weeks. CEG showed a statistically significant effect on visual acuity for the right and left eye (p=0.004, p=0.014, respectively) and Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (p<0.05). In the OMEG, there was a statistically significant effect on visual acuity for the left eye (p=0.011) and Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (p<0.05). Conclusion: Eye exercises, especially those such as convergence and oculomotor exercises could be reliably performed for the treatment of hypermetropia in school-aged children

Impact of COVID-19 on rehabilitation experiences of physiotherapists

BACKGROUND: As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed, pressures on almost all health sectors in many countries increased, and physiotherapy interventions were canceled for various reasons. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to determine the status of physiotherapists who interrupted their services due to the pandemic and investigate procedures adopted by physiotherapists during face-to-face practice. METHOD: The measuring tool was an online survey administered via Google Forms between January 27 and February 27, 2021. In this descriptive cross-sectional study, the sample consisted of 558 physiotherapists, questions about their clinical experience during the pandemic were answered, and descriptive statistics were examined. RESULTS: Of the physiotherapists, 351 (62.9%) suspended their services due to pandemic, while 207 (37%) of all participants worked without suspending their services since the beginning of the process. Among participants, 303 (54.3%) needed education to use telerehabilitation methods, and 315 (56.5%) monitored their patients with remote communication methods. Handwashing (86.6%), disinfectant (85.3%), gloves (76.5%) and masks (86.6%) were the most common protective measures. CONCLUSIONS: Most physiotherapists had their face-to-face practice interrupted for a short time due to the COVID-19 outbreak, but they continue to treat all disease conditions in spite of inherent physical intimacy and increased risk of infection

Investigation of the effect of oculo-motor exercises in children with intermittent exotropia

ÖZ GİRİŞ ve AMAÇ: Çocukluk çağında sıklıkla görülen intermittan ekzotropya tedavisinde sıklıkla cerrahi dışı teknikler tercih edilmektedir. Mevcut çalışmayla okülo-motor egzersizlerin intermittan ekzotropya tedavisi ve hasta-ebeveyn memnuniyet düzeyleri ile yaşam kaliteleri üzerine etkisini değerlendirmek hedeflenmiştir. YÖNTEM ve GEREÇLER: İntermittan ekzotropya tanılı 51 hastanın demografik özellikleri, yaşları, doğum ayları, açık alanda geçirdiği süreler, sikloplejik refraksiyon ölçümleri,snellen eşeli ile elden düzeltilmiş ve düzeltilmemiş görme keskinlikleri, yakın ve uzak olmak üzere alternan prizma örtme testleri (PÖT), Titmus testleri ve konverjans ölçümleri yapıldı. Fizyoterapist tarafından 6 hafta süre ile her gün 2 seans olacak şekilde bakış stabilizasyonlu okülo-motor egzersizler hastalara ev programı olarak verildi. Egzersiz öncesi ve sonrası memnuniyet ve yaşam kalitesi testleri uygulandı. BULGULAR: Yapılan analizlerde sol göz görme keskinliği [p=0.076],sağ göz skiaskopi [p<0.001],sol göz skiaskopi [p=0.009], ve Prizma Örtme Testi uzak tahsisli ölçümleri [p=0.003], egzersiz eğitimi sonrası artış gösterirken, proksi anket [p=0.004] puanlamasında azalma izlendi. Sol göz görme keskinliği ile yaş [p<0.001], açık alan süre [p=0.024] ve egzersiz günlüğü [p=0.038] ilişkili bulunurken, Prizma Örtme Testi uzak tahsisli ile sadece yaş [p=0.039] arasında anlamlı bir ilişki bulundu. TARTIŞMA ve SONUÇ: Çalışmamızda egzersiz uygulamalarının uygulama miktarından bağımsız olarak, sol göz görme keskinliği hariç diğer ölçüm değerleri üzerine etkisinin olmadığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Daha güvenilir sonuçlar için mevcut limitasyonların giderildiği geniş ölçekli ve kontrol grubu olan çalışmalara ihtiyaç olduğu düşünülmektedir.ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: In the treatment of intermittent exotropia, which is frequently seen in childhood, non-surgical techniques are often preferred. The present study aims to evaluate the effect of oculo-motor exercises on intermittent exotropia treatment and patient-parent satisfaction levels and quality of life. METHODS: 51 patients diagnosed with intermittent exotropia were performed demographic characteristics, age, months of birth, outdoor time, cycloplegic refraction measurements, corrected and uncorrected visual acuity with snellen chart, and close and distant alternan prism covering tests (PÖT), Titmus tests and convergence measurements. Oculo-motor exercises with gaze stability as home exercise protocols were given to all participitans for two sessions per day for six weeks by the physiotherapist. Satisfaction and quality of life tests were performed before and after exercise. RESULTS: In the analysis, left eye visual acuity [p=0.076], right eye sciascopy [p<0.001], left eye sciascopy [p=0.009], and Prism Covering Test with distant measurements [p=0.003], showed increas after exercises trainning, proxy questionnaire scores [p=0.004] is decreased. While the left eye was associated with visual acuity, age [p<0.001], outdoor activities duration [p=0.024] and exercise exercise diary [p=0.038], the Prism Covering Test [p=0.039] was found to be significantly associated with age only. DISCUSSION and CONCLUSION: In our study, regardless of the application amount of exercise, it was concluded that there was no effect on other measurement values except left eye visual acuity. For more reliable results, large scale and control group studies are needed to eliminate the existing limitations