To compare the effectiveness of Arm Ability Training with rhythmic auditory stimulation Versus Task Oriented Training with Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation to improve upper limb dexterity and quality of life in sub-acute stroke patients

Stroke is the most common cause of long-term disability. In about 70–80% of stroke patients, upper limb (UL) impairment is present. However, it is crucial to improve the use of the affected upper limb because having difficulty in performing daily activities is associated with reduced quality of life. [1] However, both task-oriented training and arm ability training with rhythmic auditory stimulation are believed to enhance the functional recovery of the upper limb by improving upper limb dexterity and quality of life. A randomized study is performed after appropriate ethical clearance and consent by the concerned authorities, as well as patients to conduct the study. A total of 50 participants were recruited for the study based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. All the participants were randomly divided into 2 groups, where Group A received task-oriented training with rhythmic auditory stimulation and Group B received arm ability training with rhythmic auditory stimulation. Both groups received treatment for up to 45 minutes, 2 sets with 2-3 minutes of rest, followed by every 15 minutes of continuous training and 5 days per week for up to 3 & 4 weeks. Individuals were assessed using the outcome measures, Fugl-Meyer Assessment Upper Extremity (FMA-UE), Stroke quality of life scale (SQOL) and Modified Standardized Nine -Hole peg test (mS-NHPT) before the treatment and after three & four weeks post-treatment