Status:
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Effect of Transcutaneous Auricular Nerve Stimulation vs Body Rocking Exercises on Spasticity of Upper Limb
Lead Sponsor:
Superior University
Conditions:
Spasticity, Muscle
Eligibility:
All Genders
35-50 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The primary aim of this study is to compare the effect of TANS and body rocking exercises on reducing upper limb spasticity in young stroke patients( under 50). Specific objectives include evaluating ...
Detailed Description
This randomized controlled trial, RCT, will involve 42 young stroke patients with upper limb spasticity randomly assigned to three groups, transcutaneous auricular nerve stimulation, body rocking exer...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Age 35-50 years
- Diagnosed with stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic)
- Upper limb spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale score ≥1)
- Post-stroke duration of ≥3 months
- Able to follow verbal and physical instructions
- No contraindications to electrical stimulation or exercise therapy
Exclusion
- Severe cognitive impairment or communication disorders
- History of epilepsy or uncontrolled seizures
- Pacemaker or implanted medical devices
- Severe cardiac, orthopedic, or neurological conditions
- Uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes
- Participation in another spasticity-related trial
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 20 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 20 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
42 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06914115
Start Date
March 20 2025
End Date
February 20 2026
Last Update
April 6 2025
Active Locations (1)
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City Rehabilitation Center
Okāra, Sindh, Pakistan