Body awareness therapy to improve balance and coordination in stroke patients
Effect of Body Awarness Therapy on Balance and Coordination in Stroke
This study tests if body awareness therapy can help stroke patients improve their balance and coordination to make daily activities easier.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 26 (estimated) |
| Ages | 30 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad, Fedral) |
| Trial ID | NCT05958732 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of body awareness therapy on balance and coordination in patients recovering from stroke. It focuses on sub-acute hemiplegic stroke patients aged 30 and older, utilizing somato-sensorial exercises and conventional therapy to enhance their functional independence. The therapy aims to improve the patients' ability to maintain balance and perform coordinated movements, which are crucial for daily activities. The study is conducted at Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University in Islamabad.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are sub-acute hemiplegic stroke patients aged 30 and older.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive impairment or other neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this therapy could significantly enhance the recovery of balance and coordination in stroke patients, leading to improved independence and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar therapeutic approaches, indicating potential for success in this intervention.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Both male and female gender. 2. Sub-acute hemiplegic stroke patients. 3. Age 30 or older. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Other comorbid conditions. 2. Neurological diseases other than stroke are excluded 3. Severe cognitive impairment
Where this trial is running
Islamabad, Fedral
- Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University Islamabad — Islamabad, Fedral, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Roshneck Haneed, MS-PT* — Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University
- Study coordinator: Manan Haider, PhD
- Email: m_manan.drs@stmu.edu.pk
- Phone: +923334839810
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.