Comparing Mirror Therapy and Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy for Stroke Recovery
Comparison of Mirror Therapy and Modified Constrain Induced Movement Therapy on Risk of Fall, Balance and Gait in Stroke
This study is testing whether Mirror Therapy or Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy can help stroke survivors improve their balance and walking to reduce the risk of falls.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Mansehra, KPK) |
| Trial ID | NCT05985603 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of Mirror Therapy and Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) on improving balance, gait, and reducing the risk of falls in stroke patients. Participants will include stroke survivors aged 21 to 70 with hemiplegia, who will be assigned to either the CIMT group or the Mirror Therapy group. The study will assess the outcomes based on their ability to perform movements and their overall balance and gait performance. The goal is to determine which therapy is more beneficial for enhancing mobility and safety in stroke recovery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are stroke survivors aged 21 to 70 with hemiplegia and mild cognitive function.
Not a fit: Patients with severe spasticity, significant cognitive impairment, or other neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide stroke patients with more effective rehabilitation options to improve their mobility and reduce fall risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using both Mirror Therapy and CIMT for stroke rehabilitation, indicating potential for success in this comparative approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * A Hemiplegia due to unilateral stroke * Sub-acute and chronic stroke * Stroke survivors between 21 and 70 years old will be recruited * Both genders * NIH Stroke scale below 20 * Mini-Mental State Examination above 24 * Function in Sitting Test (FIST) above 42/56 Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with depression who will be unable to cooperate during treatment * Patients who cannot perform the active movement of limb due to prestroke muscoskeletal problems * Cardiopulmonary diseases which could hinder their ability to participate in rehabilitation * Spasticity of Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) II or higher * Patients with Any neuron disease and Patients with lower-limb impairment caused by other neurological diseases or inability to comply with study protocol will be excluded. * Visual and auditory abnormalities
Where this trial is running
Mansehra, KPK
- Helping Hand Institute Of rehabilitation sciences — Mansehra, Kpk, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ayesha Bashir, MS — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Ayesha Bashir
- Email: ayesha.bashir@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03335256920
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.