Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Effect of Electromagnetic Field Therapy on Balance and Gait in Paraparetic Patients
Lead Sponsor:
MTI University
Conditions:
Paraparesis
Gait Disorders, Neurologic
Eligibility:
All Genders
15-45 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study will investigate whether adding electromagnetic field therapy (EMT) to a standard physical therapy program is more effective than physical therapy alone for improving balance and walking ab...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Diagnosis of paraparesis with spinal cord lesion level between T6 and T12. Age between 25 and 45 years. Muscle spasticity graded as II or III on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) for hip adductors and ankle plantar flexors.
- Medically and psychologically stable. Conscious and cooperative, able to follow instructions. Able to provide informed consent.
Exclusion
- Presence of metal implants or pacemakers (contraindicated for electromagnetic therapy).
- History of seizures or epilepsy. Active malignancy or infection. Severe cognitive or psychiatric impairment that would interfere with participation.
- Use of alcohol or recreational drugs during the study period. Participation in another concurrent physical or electromagnetic therapy trial. Unstable medical condition (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, cardiovascular disease).
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 11 2026
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
March 1 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07196956
Start Date
January 11 2026
End Date
March 1 2026
Last Update
January 5 2026
Active Locations (1)
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Outpatient Clinic, Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Applied Medical Science, Najran University
Najrān, Saudi Arabia