Comparative Impact of RAST and TST for Improving Motor Functions in Stroke Patients

Not Applicable

Active, not recruiting

• Conditions: Stroke

• Registration Number: NCT06761638
• Lead Sponsor: Superior University

Brief Summary

This study evaluates the effectiveness of Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation (RAS) therapy versus Task-Specific Training (TST) in enhancing motor function recovery in stroke patients. RAS uses rhythmic cues to aid movement synchronization, while TST focuses on practicing daily tasks to improve functional ability. In a randomized clinical trial, participants were assigned to either RAS or TST groups, with both receiving structured sessions over several weeks.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-02-15
• Primary Completion: 2024-07-01
• Study First Submitted: 2024-12-26
• Status Verified: 2025-01
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-01-05
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-01-05
• Study First Posted: 2025-01-07
• Last Update Posted: 2025-01-07
• Study Completion: 2025-03-01

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 40

Inclusion Criteria

• Male and female patients diagnosed with stroke
• Age 40-80 years (46)
• Patients having first ever stroke occurrence
• Moderate motor function impairments (47)
• Patients able to follow instruction

Exclusion Criteria

• Patients with severe motor impairments
• Patients who had cognitive impairments
• Patients having other neurological conditions and musculoskeletal disorders
• Patients having history of surgery

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Modified Barthel index	12 Months	The Modified Barthel Index (MBI) is a crucial tool for assessing functional independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) among patients, particularly those recovering from stroke or other debilitating conditions. It evaluates 10 key self-care and mobility tasks, including feeding, bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility. Each task is scored based on the level of assistance required, with total scores ranging from 0 (complete dependence) to 100 (complete independence). Higher scores indicate greater independence.
Goniometer	12 Months	A goniometer is an instrument used to measure the angle of joints in the body, typically to assess the range of motion (ROM). It is commonly used in physical therapy, rehabilitation, and orthopedics to evaluate joint function and monitor progress in patients recovering from injury or surgery. Range of motions of upper limb measured through this goniometer."

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Azra Naheed Medical College, Superior University; 🇵🇰 Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan