Impact of Sound and Visual Cues on Recovery and Walking in Stroke Patients
Combined Effects of Auditory and Visual Rhythmical Cueing on Lower Limb Sensorimotor Recovery and Gait Parameters in Patients With Hemiplegia
This study is testing if using both sound and visual signals can help stroke patients with hemiplegia recover and walk better compared to just using sound signals alone.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 28 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06059781 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how combined auditory and visual cueing can enhance sensorimotor recovery and improve gait in patients with hemiplegia following a stroke. It involves a randomized controlled trial with 28 participants, who will be divided into an experimental group receiving both auditory and visual cues, and a control group receiving only auditory cues. The study aims to assess the effectiveness of these interventions on lower limb recovery and walking ability. Participants will be recruited based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, ensuring a focused approach to treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 45-65 who have experienced a stroke and can walk independently for 10 meters.
Not a fit: Patients with dementia, severe visual or auditory impairments, or recurrent strokes may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients, enhancing their mobility and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with auditory cueing in stroke rehabilitation, suggesting potential for success in this combined approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age range between 45-65 years * Both male and female genders * Clinically diagnosed of stroke referred by Neuro physician * Patients in the chronic stage after 6 months of stroke can walk 10 meters independently. * Patients with anterior cerebral artery (ACA) and middle cerebral artery (MCA) involvement with the affected side being the dominant side * Those with Brunnstrom's recovery stages 3 and 4 will take part * Patients with Mini-Mental State Examination (MMS) score greater than 16. * According to Modified Ashworth Scale, patients of grades 1 and 1+ will be included. Muscles that go into the spasticity include hip adductors, knee flexors and ankle plantar flexors Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with dementia, depression or productive psychosis will not include. * Patients having any visual or auditory impairment will be excluded. * Patients with foot drop * Recurrent transient ischemic attack (TIA) * Patients with recurrent stroke
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Tehreem Mukhtar — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sehrish Naureen, MSPT-NM — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Tehreem Mukhtar, PhD*
- Email: tehreem.mukhtar@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: +923134715275
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.