Frenkel's Exercises for Sub-Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients

Last updated: November 19, 2023
Sponsor: Al- Shifa Physiotherapy Institute /Clinic
Overall Status: Completed

Phase

N/A

Condition

Stroke

Thrombosis

Blood Clots

Treatment

Stroke Rehabilitation

Clinical Study ID

NCT06148350
AlShifa
  • Ages 35-75
  • All Genders

Study Summary

This single-blinded, randomized controlled was aimed to compare the efficacy of Frenkel's and Conventional Balance Exercises in improving balance and quality of life in patients with subacute ischemic stroke. The participants of Group A received 'Frenkel's Exercises'. In contrast, Group B participants received 'Conventional Balance Exercise' interventions three days/week for 30-60 minutes for four weeks. The data was collected pre and post-treatment on the Berg Balance Scale and Stroke Specific-Quality of Life.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. Patients aged between 35 to 75 years.
  2. First-ever ischemic stroke and hemiparesis within 7 to 30 days of onset.
  3. Reduced proprioception of the lower limb with a score of ≤12 on the NSA (kinestheticand tactile sensation test),
  4. Able to comprehend tasks and follow directions with a score of ≥21 points on theMini-Mental State Examination (MMSE).
  5. Able to independently perform standing motions for ≥1 minute.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. Patients with lower limb fractures within 6 months.
  2. Severe pain.
  3. Limited range of motion.
  4. Cerebellar ataxia.
  5. Medically unstable.

Study Design

Total Participants: 50
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: Stroke Rehabilitation
Phase:
Study Start date:
March 05, 2021
Estimated Completion Date:
October 05, 2021

Connect with a study center

  • Al-Shifa Physiotherapy Clinic Qasimabad Hyderabad

    Karachi, Sindh
    Pakistan

    Site Not Available

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