About this trial
Purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of core stabilization with pelvic proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation on trunk control and balance which will be provided an evidence-based selection of the best possible intervention to improve trunk function and balance as compared to the trunk control exercises such as Rhythmic stabilization, Bridging, Side-Lying Trunk Lifts, Quadruped, Kneeling and modified plantigrade positioning, which one can provide the better balance and trunk control in sub-acute stroke patients.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Participants between the ages of 45 and 60 years.
Sub-acute phase of unilateral ischemic stroke.
More than two weeks but no more than six months were included.
Participants should be able to walk with or without support for 2-4 min.
Disqualifiers
Participants with recurrent stroke; brainstem or cerebellar stroke or hemorrhagic stroke.
Participants with modified Ashworth scale grade ≥3 (severe spasticity).
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Core stabilization exercises
- PNF
- Trunk control exercises