RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06927206

Segmental Vibrator With NMES on Lower Limb Function in Subacute Stroke

Combined Effects of Segmental Vibrator With Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Dorsiflexors on Lower Limb Function in Subacute Stroke

Sponsor

Riphah International University

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Apr 10, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Subacute stroke Ischemic Stroke

Summary

Stroke is one of the world's leading causes of death and disability. It can cause a variety of motor disorders, such as apraxia, sensory deficits, abnormal muscle tone, inadequate weight transfer, lack of fine motor skills, incoordination, and balance deficit. These disorders can have a significant negative impact on a person's quality of life.

Eligibility

Min Age: 45 YearsMax Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying Experimental Group A: Segmental vibrator only on dorsiflexor and Experimental Group B: Segmental vibrator + Electrical stimulation on dorsiflexors for people with ischemic stroke and subacute stroke. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 45 Years to 60 Years.

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Interventions

OTHERExperimental Group A: Segmental vibrator only on dorsiflexor

Segmental vibrator only on dorsiflexor: After standard physiotherapy session this group received the intervention of segmental vibration. Tibialis anterior muscle targeted for dorsiflexor. The segmental vibration of high frequency i.e 100 Hz and low amplitude (0.2-0.5mm) was applied at muscle belly for 10 min while interpersed with a 1 min break by mean of segmental vibrator.

OTHERExperimental Group B: Segmental vibrator + Electrical stimulation on dorsiflexors

Segmental vibrator + Electrical stimulation on dorsiflexors: After standard physiotherapy session this group received the intervention of neuromuscular electrical stimulations by means of EMS. Two electrodes were used for this procedure. Tibialis anterior muscle targeted for dorsiflexor. One pad of electrode was placed on anterior of lower leg just below tibial tuberisty and other was 5cm below to it .With a 250-microsecond pulse duration, the EMS device was set up to provide a biphasic current with a symmetrical waveform at 50 Hz for 15 seconds. It was also tuned for a 3-second ramp up time and a 30-second rest period. Each respondent set the intensity to the highest level they could tolerate. Secondly, segmental vibrator was applied for focal vibrations on tibialis anterior. The segmental vibration of high frequency i.e 100 Hz and low amplitude (0.2-0.5mm) was applied at muscle belly for 10 min while interpersed with a 1 min break by mean of segmental vibrator.