Effects of Dual Task Training Versus Task-specific Training on Lower Limb Function, Trunk Control and Balance in Chronic Stroke Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Stroke

• Registration Number: NCT07100899
• Lead Sponsor: Ahmed Alshimy

Brief Summary

One of the leading causes of disability among the elderly is stroke. After a stroke, it is highly usual for lower extremity function, balance and trunk control to be compromised. After a stroke, trunk control is a crucial early predictor of functional recovery. Following a stroke, proximal trunk control is necessary for distal limb movement control, balance, and functional capacity.

Detailed Description

Forty-five chronic stroke patients, ages 45 to 55, were divided into three equal groups for this randomized controlled study: GA consisted of 15 patients, GB of 15 patients, and GC of 15 patients each. Group A (the study group) received dual motor task training in addition to the selected physiotherapy program, Group B (the study group) received task-oriented training in addition to the selected physiotherapy program, and Group C only received the selected physiotherapy program for 12 weeks. All groups received treatment three times a week for twelve weeks, with each session lasting sixty minutes. The Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS), Functional Reach Test (FRT), Biodex Balance System (BBS), and Fugl Meyer Lower Extremity (FM-LE) were used to evaluate each of the three groups pre and post treatments.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2025-06-05
• Status Verified: 2025-07
• Primary Completion: 2025-07-05
• Study Completion: 2025-07-10
• Study First Submitted: 2025-07-28
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-07-28
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-07-28
• Study First Posted: 2025-08-03
• Last Update Posted: 2025-08-03

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 45

Inclusion Criteria

• 45 chronic stroke patients between the ages of 45 and 55 who were of both sexes, had been ill with stroke for more than six months to a year, had received at least nine years of education, had a score on the Berg balance scale between 41 and less than 45, and had cognitive functions greater than 26 on the MOCA scale were included in this study

Exclusion Criteria

• Patients who had any neurological condition that affected balance other than stroke (such as inner ear, vestibular, or cerebellar dysfunction), communication disorders, uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes, or unstable angina, hearing or vision issues, or respiratory disorders were not allowed to participate.

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: FACTORIAL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Trunk impairment scale	4 weeks	It assesses trunk coordination skills as well as static and dynamic balance while seated
Functional Reach test	4 weeks	This one-item exam is intended to serve as a rapid screening tool for balance issues
Biodex Balance System	4 weeks	Used to evaluate balance
Fugl-Meyer lower extremity	4 weeks	This test is designed to evaluate lower extremity motor and sensory impairment after a stroke

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Al Ryada University for Science and Technology; 🇪🇬 Sadat, Menoufia, Egypt