Pelvic control exercises for stroke recovery
Effect of Pelvic and Trunk Control Exercises on Function Outcome of Affected Upper Extremity in Stroke Patients
This study tests if adding pelvic and trunk control exercises to regular therapy can help stroke patients improve their muscle strength and recovery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Giza and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06067724 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of pelvic and trunk control exercises on the muscle performance of the affected upper extremity in stroke patients. Forty stroke patients will be assessed using various scales and divided into a control group receiving traditional physical therapy and a study group receiving additional pelvic and trunk control exercises. The interventions will last for 40 minutes, aiming to enhance recovery outcomes compared to standard therapy alone.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are stroke patients aged 45 to 60 years with specific muscle tone and standing ability criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with other neurological disorders, severe pain, or significant cognitive dysfunctions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve upper extremity muscle performance and overall recovery in stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of pelvic and trunk control exercises in stroke rehabilitation is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient's age will range from 45 - 60 years. * Muscle tone grade will range from 1 to 1+ according to modified Ashworth scale. * Duration of illness will range from 6 to 18 months after stroke onset. * Ability of the patient to stand without assistive devices. Exclusion Criteria: * • Other neurological or musculoskeletal disorders that might affect pelvic alignment such as severe arthritis, knee surgery, total hip joint replacement, lower limb fractures, contractures of fixed deformity or leg length discrepancy. * Severe chronic back and/or knee pain that might affected standing posture. * Recurrent stroke * Shoulder or upper limb injury that might affect the recovery. * Perceptual or cognitive dysfunctions. * BMI \> 30
Where this trial is running
Giza and 1 other locations
- Faculty of physical therapy labs at Cairo University — Giza, Egypt (Recruiting)
- Faculty of physical therapy labs at Cairo University — Giza, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rowida Abdelgleel, Assistant lecturer
- Email: rowidaabdelglel@gmail.com
- Phone: 01152322678
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.