Foundation University Islamabad

This study tested whether adding a muscle relaxation technique to aerobic exercise helps people with early-stage high blood pressure more than exercise alone. Forty adults with stage 1 hypertension took part. Researchers measured blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, and qu…

This study looked at whether adding extra strength training to the Otago Exercise Program (a proven balance program) helps older adults improve their balance and feel more confident about not falling. 28 adults aged 60 and older took part in an 8-week program. The goal was to see…

This study tested whether adding shockwave therapy to simple hand exercises helps people with carpal tunnel syndrome feel less pain and use their hands better. Twenty-six adults with mild to moderate symptoms received either shockwave therapy plus exercises or physical therapy pl…

This study looked at whether doing eye exercises alone or combined with neck exercises can reduce dizziness and balance problems in young adults (ages 18-35) with a common inner ear condition called BPPV. Fifty-six participants completed a 6-week program with short daily sessions…

This study looked at whether supervised exercise training is better than unsupervised exercise for improving balance and quality of life in people with diabetic nerve damage in their feet and legs. 32 adults aged 55-70 with type 2 diabetes for at least 10 years took part. The goa…

This study tested whether using a WiiFit video game could improve dizziness and balance better than standard physical therapy in adults with inner-ear balance problems. 42 adults aged 18-65 with ongoing dizziness took part. Both groups did exercises for 4 weeks, but one group use…

This study tested whether adding sensory integration exercises (like balance and body-awareness training) to standard focused exercises helps people with diabetic nerve damage feel their body position better and improve balance. Thirty adults with type 2 diabetes and moderate ner…

This study looked at whether adding a surface electromyographic biofeedback device to standard stretching and strengthening exercises helps people with lower crossed syndrome. The trial included 46 adults aged 19-35 with mild to moderate lower back pain. Researchers measured chan…

This study tested a special exercise program that combines turning movements with thinking tasks to help people with diabetic nerve damage. Fifty adults aged 50 and older with mild balance and thinking problems took part. The goal was to see if this training could improve their b…

This study looked at whether a special exercise program called Task-Specific Circuit Training (TSCT) helps children with cerebral palsy improve their movement, balance, and quality of life. Thirty-four children aged 5 to 12 who can walk with or without help took part. One group d…

This study tested whether adding thinking tasks (dual-task training) to balance exercises helps stroke survivors improve their balance and thinking skills. 33 adults who had a stroke and had trouble with balance and memory took part. They did 40-minute sessions, 3 times a week fo…

This study tested whether adding the 4-7-8 breathing technique to usual care helps people with mild-to-moderate COPD feel less short of breath and improve lung function. Forty adults aged 40-64 took part. Researchers measured shortness of breath, lung capacity, and quality of lif…

This study tested whether a board game could teach final-year dental students about orthodontic appliances better than a standard lecture. Fifty students were split into two groups: one played the game, the other attended a lecture. Their knowledge was tested before, during, and …