Effect of Gastrocnemius Spasticity Reduction and Strenthening plus Task Oriented Training on Gait Functions of Stroke Survivors

Stroke survivors often experience motor impairment that significantly affect gait and mobility. One of the most common complication of gastrocnemius spasticity which leads to abnormal muscle tone resulting reduced in stride length and instability. The study investigate the combined effect of gastrocnemius spasticity reduction and muscle strengthening plus task oriented training on gait functions of stroke survivors. Spasticity reduction includes ultrasound  as it based on neural and non - neural effect, strengthening exercises improve the force generating capacity of the gastrocnemius muscle to enhance propulsion during gait and task oriented training focus on repetitive, goal directed functional task like stair climbing, walking, standing which help retrain the brain. Overall combining spasticity reduction and muscle strengthening with task oriented training is a promising strategy for enhancing gait functions and spasticity.