An interventional study of Lower Limb PNF Combined with Core Stability Training and Lower Limb PNF alone in Stroke, sponsored by Ibadat International University, Islamabad. Recruiting at 1 site in Pakistan. Open to participants aged 40 Years and older. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-10-21.
Sponsored by Ibadat International University, Islamabad · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment
This randomized controlled trial compares lower limb proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) combined with core stability training versus lower limb PNF alone in chronic stroke survivors. The study aims to determine whether adding core stability training produces greater improvements in dynamic balance and functional mobility.
Participants will be allocated to two groups. Group A will receive supervised lower limb PNF combined with core stability exercises 5 times per week for 6 weeks, with each session lasting 30-35 minutes. Group B will receive supervised lower limb PNF alone with the same frequency and duration. PNF will include diagonal and spiral lower-limb patterns (D1 and D2 flexion-extension), with functional PNF patterns and rhythmic stabilization as described in the protocol. The combined group will additionally perform core exercises including bridging, planks, Swiss-ball activities, and core integration tasks. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline and after 6 weeks using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and 10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT).
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Lower limb PNF (D1/D2 diagonal and spiral patterns, rhythmic stabilization, functional PNF patterns) plus core stability exercises including bridging, planks, Swiss-ball activities and core integration; 5 times/week for 6 weeks; 30-35 minutes/session.
Other: Lower Limb PNF Combined with Core Stability Training
Lower limb PNF using D1/D2 diagonal and spiral patterns, rhythmic stabilization and functional PNF patterns without added core stability exercises; 5 times/week for 6 weeks; 30-35 minutes/session.
Other: Lower Limb PNF alone
Lower limb PNF (D1/D2 diagonal and spiral patterns, rhythmic stabilization, functional PNF patterns) plus core stability exercises including bridging, planks, Swiss-ball activities and core integration; 5 times/week for 6 weeks; 30-35 minutes/session
Lower limb PNF using D1/D2 diagonal and spiral patterns, rhythmic stabilization and functional PNF patterns without added core stability exercises; 5 times/week for 6 weeks; 30-35 minutes/session.
Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test
The Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test is a reliable clinical test used to assess functional mobility, dynamic balance, walking ability, and risk of falls. A reduction in completion time generally indicates improved functional mobility
Time frame: baseline and after 6 weeks of intervention.
10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT)
The 10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT) is a standardized clinical assessment used to measure walking speed (gait speed) in metres per second (m/s). Increased walking speed generally indicates improved walking performance.
Time frame: baseline and after 6 weeks of intervention.
Plan to share: No
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