Effect of Action Observation Therapy in Comparison to Motor Relearning Program on Balance and Mobility Among Subacute Stroke Patients

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Recruiting

• Conditions: Subacute Stroke; Cerebral Stroke; Cerebrovascular Stroke; Posture; Functional Performance

• Registration Number: NCT06947343
• Lead Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad

Brief Summary

This study is a randomized controlled trial. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of Action Observation Therapy in Comparison to a Motor Relearning Program on Balance and Mobility among subacute stroke patients.

Detailed Description

Action observation therapy has proven its positive effects in improving functional performance in stroke patients compared to other neurological and musculoskeletal conditions motor relearning program is also very effective in improving functional performance in stroke patients but previous studies have shown individual effects of AOT and MRP but there is no comparison of AOT with MRP on balance and mobility.

as a result, this study aims to contribute new data to the sparse literature on subacute stroke patients.

The research finidings could provide valuable insights into potential benefits, encouraging evidence-based practices.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-07-22
• Status Verified: 2025-04
• Study First Submitted: 2025-04-20
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-04-20
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-04-20
• Study First Posted: 2025-04-27
• Last Update Posted: 2025-04-27
• Primary Completion: 2025-05-20
• Study Completion: 2025-06-15

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 30

Inclusion Criteria

• Both genders, male and female
• Ischemic stroke patients
• Age 45 years and above
• MMSE>24
• Able to stand independently for 1 minute
• Patient can maintain starting sitting static position for 10 seconds without arm rest

Exclusion Criteria

• Any other neurological disorder
• Orthopedic conditions(fracture) affecting balance and mobility
• Visual or auditory impairments

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Balance	8 weeks	Berg Balance Scale will be used to assess balance
anticipatory balance	8 weeks	Modified functional reach test will be used
Mobility	8 weeks	The timed up and go test will be used

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Foundation University College of Physical Therapy; 🇵🇰 Islamabad, Pakistan