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

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City Rehabilitation Center

Okāra, Sindh, Pakistan