Unilateral Versus Bilateral Task-specific Training on Motor Impairment, Upper Extremity Function, and Hand Dexterity in Post-Stroke Rehabilitation

ConditionStroke
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age40-75
SponsorUniversity of Faisalabad

About this trial

This randomized clinical trial will examine upper limb rehabilitation in individuals recovering from stroke. The study will compare unilateral and bilateral task-oriented training approaches to determine their relative effectiveness. Thirty-two medically stable participants with active shoulder movement and adequate cognition will be enrolled into two groups. Both groups will receive structured training for four weeks. Outcomes related to motor function and dexterity will be measured using standardized assessment tools. The aim is to identify the more effective strategy for improving upper extremity function after stroke.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

• Age between 40 and 75 years

Clinically diagnosed stroke (no more than three lifetime episodes)

Stroke duration between 6 to 24 months

Ability to perform antigravity shoulder movement with the paretic limb

Disqualifiers

• Uncontrolled systemic conditions (e.g. Unstable cardiac conditions)

Major orthopedic issues affecting the involved upper limb

Hearing deficits

Allergy to electrodes

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Unilateral task oriented training (UTOT) with baseline EMS
  • Bilateral task oriented training (BTOT) with baseline EMS

Treatment groups

32 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators