Effect of Shoulder Sling Use on Balance and Mobility in Subacute Stroke Patients
A Cross-Over Study on the Effect of Shoulder Sling Use on Balance and Functional Mobility in Patients With Hemiplegia During the Subacute Phase of Stroke Rehabilitation
Arnaoutis Stylianos
17 participants
Mar 13, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This study examines whether wearing a shoulder sling can improve balance and mobility in people who are recovering from a stroke. Participants will perform simple movement and balance tests twice-once with the sling and once without. The goal is to find out if using the sling helps patients feel more stable and safe during walking and everyday activities.
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Interventions
Use of a shoulder sling (Reh4mat AM-SOB) on the affected upper limb during mobility and balance testing.
Functional mobility tests performed without the use of any assistive shoulder device.
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NCT06904768