Riphah International University

This study tests whether injecting vitamin D3 or the antiviral drug acyclovir directly into warts can clear them. Forty people aged 12 and older with common, plantar, flat, or nail warts will receive up to 4 injections every 2 weeks. The main goal is to see which treatment leads …

This study compares two exercise programs—Pilates and progressive prone planks—to see which better reduces pain, strengthens muscles, and closes the gap in abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) in women after childbirth. About 34 women who gave birth 6 to 12 months ago and have at …

This study tests a special hand exercise program for children aged 6-12 with spastic cerebral palsy. The goal is to see if it improves their grip strength and ability to move objects in their hand. Fourteen children will do the exercises for 10 weeks, and their progress will be m…

This study tests whether Cuevas Medek Exercises, a special type of physical therapy, can improve posture and balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy. About 54 children with limited mobility will be randomly assigned to receive either these exercises or standard therapy. R…

This study tests whether combining a drawing-in maneuver (pulling in the belly) with resisted ankle dorsiflexion (pulling the foot upward against resistance) can help women with postpartum diastasis recti — a separation of the abdominal muscles after childbirth. About 42 women wh…

This study looks at whether adding a muscle-relaxation technique called myofascial release to the standard FIFA 11+ warm-up program can make hamstrings more flexible and lower injury risk in football players. About 28 male players aged 16-30 will take part. The goal is to find a …

This study tests whether a playful Animal Fun Program can improve motor skills in 40 children aged 6 to 12 with developmental coordination disorder (DCD). Kids are split into two groups and take part in the program for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in movement, bala…

This study tests whether adding mirror therapy to standard physical therapy helps people who recently had a stroke regain arm and hand function. About 44 adults aged 40–55 with a stroke within the past month will take part. Participants will either get usual rehab or usual rehab …

This study will test a therapy called Wilbarger Deep Pressure and Proprioceptive Technique (DPPT) in 40 children with autism aged 6-10 who have trouble with motor skills and sleep. The therapy involves gentle brushing, joint compressions, and calming activities for 30-45 minutes,…

This study tests two simple breathing exercises—balloon blowing and bubble PEP—in 40 children aged 6 to 12 with pneumonia. The goal is to see which method better improves oxygen levels, reduces shortness of breath, and is more enjoyable for the child. Both techniques are non-drug…

This study compares two hands-on treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. About 52 adults with moderate pain will receive either deep friction massage or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization over 8 weeks. The goal is to see which technique better red…

This study looks at whether specific arm and leg exercises can improve muscle strength, breathing, and exercise ability in children with cystic fibrosis. About 22 kids aged 6 to 18 will be randomly assigned to different exercise routines. The goal is to see if targeting upper or …

This study tests whether adding the Niel Asher technique (a type of massage) to standard sleeper stretches and physical therapy can reduce pain, improve shoulder movement, and ease disability in people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). About 36 adults aged 40-60 with mo…

This study tests whether combining kinesiotaping with core stability exercises can reduce pain, improve daily function, and lessen fear of movement in women with sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction. 44 participants with bilateral SIJ pain for over 3 months will be assigned to a 6-…

This study looks at two hands-on treatments—scooping mobilization and dynamic cupping—to see which works better for children ages 6 to 13 with stiff elbows after a broken bone. Each child gets one of the therapies plus electrical stimulation for 4 weeks. The goal is to improve el…

This study looks at whether combining foot and ankle exercises with mindful walking can help people with diabetic polyneuropathy feel less pain, move better, and enjoy a better quality of life. About 38 adults aged 40-75 who have nerve damage from diabetes and experience foot or …

This study looks at whether combining Paula exercises (a type of pelvic floor training) with tibial nerve stimulation can help women with stress urinary incontinence. About 52 women who have had at least two full-term vaginal deliveries and leak urine during activities like cough…

This study tests whether adding balloon-blowing exercises to standard breathing techniques helps children with tuberculosis cough up mucus, feel less short of breath, and walk farther. About 34 kids aged 8 to 14 will be split into two groups: one doing breathing exercises alone, …

This study looks at whether adding special 'hypopressive' exercises to standard pelvic floor muscle training can better improve muscle strength, reduce pain during sex, and boost quality of life in women with early-stage pelvic organ prolapse. About 46 married women aged 45-65 wi…

This study looks at whether Pilates exercises can reduce pain and strengthen back muscles in children with backpack syndrome. About 140 kids aged 12 to 16 will take part. They will do Pilates moves designed to improve posture and core strength. Researchers will measure pain level…

This study tests whether using a Powerball (a spinning hand exercise device) on a stable surface or an unstable surface (BOSU ball) can improve arm endurance and coordination in children with Down syndrome. Twenty-eight children ages 6-10 will do 30-minute sessions three times a …

This study looks at whether a hands-on therapy called intraneural facilitation (INF) combined with balance exercises (Otago program) can help people with diabetic nerve damage feel less pain, walk more steadily, and enjoy a better quality of life. About 65 adults aged 50-75 with …

This study looks at whether adding battle rope training to standard physical therapy can improve elbow movement and reduce pain in children aged 8 to 15 who have stiff elbows after an injury. About 42 children will be split into two groups: one gets standard therapy alone, and th…

This study tests whether a play program called Animal Fun can improve kinesthesia (body awareness) and gross motor skills in children with Down syndrome, ages 6 to 9. The program uses animal-themed activities to capture attention and encourage movement. Researchers will measure c…

This study tests two types of breathing exercises in 40 children aged 5 to 16 who have fluid around their lungs (pleural effusion). One group will use a bubble device with special breathing techniques, and the other will use a standard spirometer. The goal is to see which method …

This study tests whether combining two therapy techniques—sensorimotor integration and post-facilitation stretch—can reduce toe walking and improve foot posture in children with mild autism. Researchers will enroll 36 children who walk on their toes due to tight Achilles tendons.…

This study tests if a sensorimotor technique combined with short foot exercises can improve foot posture in school children aged 7-12 with flat feet. The exercises aim to retrain the brain-foot connection to help hold the arch automatically. The study will enroll 22 children and …

This study looks at whether the Alexander Technique, a method that teaches better posture and movement habits, can help teenagers aged 13 to 16 with upper cross syndrome (a common postural problem). About 36 children will be split into two groups: one doing Alexander Technique ex…

This study looks at whether playing with kinetic sand can help children with autism, aged 6 to 12, improve their ability to reach for objects and coordinate their eyes and hands. Seventeen children will play with kinetic sand for 30 minutes, three times a week, for six weeks. The…

This study looks at whether adding special breathing exercises to standard Kegel exercises can help women who recently had a C-section. It focuses on reducing belly muscle separation, easing lower back and pelvic pain, and improving muscle strength. About 60 women aged 18-40 will…

This study tests whether adding pelvic clock exercises to core stability training helps new mothers with sacroiliac joint pain. Fifty women who had vaginal deliveries and have significant pain will be split into two groups. One group does core exercises plus pelvic clock moves, t…

This study tests whether adding virtual reality (VR) to exercise training helps people who had heart bypass surgery feel less short of breath and improve their heart and lung fitness. About 66 adults aged 30-60 with low heart function will be split into three groups: one does cir…

This study looks at whether adding kinesiotaping (a special elastic tape) to prenatal stretching exercises can reduce low back pain, improve movement, and enhance quality of life in pregnant women. About 34 women between 20-34 weeks pregnant and aged 18-35 will take part. They wi…

This study looks at whether adding posture correction exercises to breathing muscle training can reduce shortness of breath and improve lung function in people with COPD who also have forward head posture. About 72 adults aged 40-60 with mild-to-moderate COPD will be split into t…

This study tests whether a non-invasive light treatment called photobiomodulation can reduce pain, swelling, and improve knee movement in children aged 9-14 with hemophilia who have bleeding in the knee joint. The treatment is given alongside standard care. The study will measure…

This study tests whether combining synergy-based motor therapy with neuromuscular electrical stimulation can improve arm and hand function in people who had a stroke 3 to 6 months ago. About 40 adults aged 50 to 65 with mild to moderate arm weakness will participate. The goal is …

This study compares two hands-on treatments—Graston Technique (using tools to massage tissue) and Tissue Flossing (wrapping with elastic bands)—to see which works better for pain, movement, and daily function in people with knee stiffness after surgery. About 48 adults aged 20 to…

This study tests whether blowing balloons can improve lung function and reduce shortness of breath in obese children aged 6 to 12. Thirty-eight kids will either blow balloons or do a simple running exercise. Researchers will measure changes in breathing capacity to see if this fu…

This study tests whether energy-saving exercises or circuit training better reduce shortness of breath and improve daily life in people with asthma. Researchers will measure walking ability, breathing difficulty, and quality of life in 32 adults with mild-to-moderate asthma. The …

This study compares two physical therapy techniques—Gongs mobilization and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)—in 44 women aged 40-60 with frozen shoulder. Participants receive one of the two methods plus standard care for 4 weeks. The goal is to see which better redu…

This study compares two types of exercise—cognitive-motor training (combining thinking and movement) and Pilates—to see which better improves balance and stability in children with Down syndrome. Thirty-two children aged 8 to 13 will participate in 8 weeks of supervised sessions.…

This study tests a program of intense, repetitive hand and arm exercises in 15 children aged 7 to 12 who had a stroke. The goal is to improve their ability to use their affected arm in daily activities. Researchers will measure changes using a questionnaire called ABILHAND-Kids. …

This study will compare two exercise programs—SPARK and game-based circuit training—to see which one better improves motor skills and social interaction in 22 children with autism aged 5-12. Each child will do their assigned program for 30 minutes, three times a week, for 12 week…

This study tests whether a special exercise program on moving surfaces can improve walking, balance, and coordination in children with diplegic cerebral palsy. Fourteen children aged 5 to 8 years with moderate to severe mobility challenges will be randomly assigned to either the …

This study tests whether a type of hands-on therapy (Mulligan mobilization) plus stretching exercises can reduce pain and disability in people with cervical radiculopathy—a condition where a pinched nerve in the neck causes pain that travels down the arm. About 30 adults aged 20–…

This study looks at whether eccentric resistance training (a type of exercise that focuses on lengthening muscles) can improve heart function and exercise ability in people with stable chronic heart failure. Researchers will compare this training to standard resistance and aerobi…

This study looks at whether adding a robotic glove to standard hand therapy helps children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy improve hand movement and grip strength. About 34 children aged 6 to 12 will take part, with one group getting therapy alone and the other using a robotic glo…

This study tests whether combining green light therapy with a mild electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) can lower how often migraines happen and how bad they hurt. Researchers will enroll 40 adults who get migraines with moderate to severe pain. The goal is to find a safe, non-dru…

This study looks at whether the Alexander technique, a method that teaches better posture and movement habits, can improve upper limb control and quality of life in children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The study will include 33 children aged 5 to 9. Researchers will measure…

This study compares two exercise programs—Kendall Method and Feldenkrais Method—for people with Upper Crossed Syndrome, a condition causing neck pain and poor posture. 72 adults aged 20 to 50 with neck pain for over 3 months will be randomly assigned to one of the two programs, c…

This study looks at two types of exercises—corrective moves that target deep core muscles and plank exercises that work the whole abdomen—to see which better helps postpartum women with diastasis recti (a separation of the belly muscles). About 56 women who gave birth vaginally a…

This study tests whether adding rhythmic breathing exercises to standard balance training can improve balance and trunk control in people who had a stroke 3-6 months ago. 50 participants will be split into two groups: one gets breathing plus balance training, the other gets balan…

This study compares two types of exercise—dynamic stability drills and plyometric training—to see which better helps people fully straighten their knee after ACL reconstruction surgery. About 48 adults aged 20 to 40 with a moderate knee extension lag will participate. Both groups…

This study looks at whether mat Pilates can reduce pain and improve posture in school-aged children (8-16 years) with Upper Crossed Syndrome, a condition that causes forward head, rounded shoulders, and a curved upper back. Half of the 28 participants will do mat Pilates plus rou…

This study looks at whether playing rhythmic sounds during physical therapy can help children aged 5 to 18 with leg fractures feel less pain and move better. About 17 kids who are past the initial healing phase will get standard rehab plus rhythmic cues. The goal is to see if thi…

This study tests whether combining motor control retraining with scapular stabilization exercises can reduce pain, improve strength, and enhance function in breastfeeding women with scapular dyskinesia (abnormal shoulder blade movement). The trial will enroll 34 participants who …

This study tests whether adding special stretching and movement exercises to standard arm therapy helps children who had a stroke use their affected arm better. Twenty children aged 5 to 13 will be split into two groups: one gets standard therapy alone, the other gets standard th…

This study tests a new therapy that combines thinking, sensing, and moving to help children with cerebral palsy improve hand and arm function. The study will include 32 children aged 6-12. Half will receive the new therapy plus standard physical therapy, and the other half will r…

This study looks at whether a gentle nerve stimulation (tVNS) combined with a special hand therapy (mCIMT) can help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago improve arm movement, thinking, and quality of life. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one gets both …

This study looks at whether walking on mud can improve foot shape and balance in children with flexible flatfeet. 37 children aged 6-11 will do 30-minute mud-walk sessions three times a week for six weeks. Researchers will measure foot posture, balance, and leg function before an…

This study tests whether watching videos of functional actions (like walking) combined with rhythmic music can improve balance and walking in stroke survivors. Forty adults who had a stroke 6 months to 2 years ago will be split into two groups: one gets standard therapy, the othe…

This study looks at whether adding a pelvic support belt to pelvic floor exercises helps new mothers with symphysis pubis dysfunction (pelvic joint pain after childbirth). About 48 women will be split into two groups: one does exercises plus uses the belt, the other does exercise…

This study looks at whether walking backwards (retro walking) with or without a Bosu ball can help children aged 8 to 12 with hearing loss improve their balance and movement. 24 children will be split into two groups: one will do retro walking with Bosu ball training, and the oth…

This study compares two exercise programs—high intensity interval training and intermittent functional training—to see which better improves heart health, physical function, and thinking in people who have had a stroke. About 52 adults aged 50-75 who had a stroke more than 6 mont…

This study looks at whether playing on a maze balance board can help children aged 6-10 with cognitive impairment improve their walking, balance, and motor skills. Twenty-two children will be split into two groups: one does maze balance board training, the other does standard phy…

This study looks at whether rope skipping can improve heart and lung fitness in children aged 6 to 12. About 178 kids will take part, with half doing regular gym class and the other half skipping rope for 50 minutes, three times a week, for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure chang…

This study looks at whether task-based mirror therapy can ease pain, swelling, and improve arm movement in stroke survivors who develop shoulder-hand syndrome. About 34 people aged 45-75 will be split into two groups: one gets mirror therapy plus standard care, the other gets sta…

This study looks at two types of exercise—Cuevas Medak and Rebound—to see which one better improves physical fitness in children with Down syndrome. Twenty-two kids aged 3 to 8 will do their assigned exercises three times a week for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure flexibility,…

This study will test whether the OTAGO exercise program can improve balance, endurance, and motor coordination in children with Down syndrome. Thirty children aged 8 to 14 with mild to moderate intellectual disability will participate. They will follow the exercise program, and r…

This study tests whether combining core-strengthening exercises with a hands-on muscle therapy can reduce low back pain, improve core endurance, and boost quality of life in women who gave birth within the last six months. Forty women with moderate pain will be assigned to receiv…

This study looks at whether adding a gentle chest squeezing technique to standard postural drainage can immediately improve oxygen levels and reduce breathing difficulty in preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome. Fourteen preterm babies born by C-section will be rando…

This study compares two hands-on physical therapy methods—sacral release and lumbar mobilization—to see which better reduces pain and improves quality of life in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Researchers will enroll 46 unmarried women with regular cycles and …

This study looks at whether doing Swiss ball exercises along with deep breathing can help pregnant women who leak urine when they cough, sneeze, or exercise. About 42 pregnant women with mild to moderate stress urinary incontinence will be split into two groups: one doing ball ex…

This study looks at whether adding visual feedback to foot-core exercises helps children aged 7-12 with flexible flat feet walk better and improve their foot posture. Twenty-four children will be split into two groups: one doing foot exercises alone, the other doing the same exer…

This study tests whether combining resisted deep breathing with myofascial release (a type of gentle massage) can help reduce pain, improve breathing, increase chest movement, and decrease arm swelling in people who have had a mastectomy. The study will include 48 adults who are …

This study looks at whether specific hand exercises can improve grip strength, dexterity, and endurance in competitive female badminton players aged 18-30. Participants will do either isometric or isotonic hand exercises three times a week for six weeks. The goal is to see which …

This study compares doing rehabilitation exercises at home via video (tele-rehabilitation) versus going to a clinic, to see which better improves thinking and memory after a stroke. About 32 adults aged 50-80 who have had a stroke and have mild to moderate thinking problems will …

This study looks at whether jumping rope can help improve foot posture in children with Down syndrome who have flat feet. Researchers will split 32 children, ages 4 to 15, into two groups: one will jump rope and play, the other will just play. Foot changes will be measured before…

This study tests whether combining two types of hand therapy—Mulligan's mobilization and tendon gliding exercises—can reduce pain and improve hand function in people who use smartphones and have De Quervain's tenosynovitis (a painful thumb tendon condition). About 44 adults with …

This study tests whether combining the Bowen technique (a gentle hands-on therapy) with backward walking can improve hamstring flexibility, reduce pain, and boost mobility in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 36 adults aged 40-60 with mild to moderate knee OA will participat…

This study tests whether adding rib mobilization to standard posture exercises helps people with Upper Crossed Syndrome — a condition causing forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and neck pain. Researchers will compare two groups of 64 adults over 4-6 weeks, measuring pain, p…

This study looks at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or moderate-intensity continuous exercise (like brisk walking) better improves thinking skills and physical fitness in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Sixty-eight participants will exercise thr…

This study compares two exercise programs for people who have had a stroke: trunk training exercises and lateral truncal tilt balance training. The goal is to see which one better improves trunk control, balance, and the ability to perform daily activities. The study will include…

This study tests which posture exercises work best for forward head posture, a common problem from using smartphones and laptops. Fifty-six adults aged 18-40 who use devices at least 2-3 hours daily will do chin tucks and neck holds for four weeks. Researchers will measure change…

This study looks at whether adding kinesiotherapy (special movement exercises) to standard physical therapy can improve arm function and daily living skills in children aged 8-13 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. About 28 children will be split into two groups: one gets kinesiother…

This study looks at whether 12 sessions of sensory-motor integration exercises can help children with autism, aged 9 to 11, improve their motor skills and how they process sensory information. Half of the 28 children will do the special exercises, while the other half will receiv…

This study tests whether alternate nostril breathing exercises or using an incentive spirometer (a device that helps you take deep breaths) works better for improving lung function in people with mild to moderate asthma. Researchers will measure how much air you can exhale and yo…

This study looks at whether adding a wearable vibration sensor to Kendall exercises can better correct forward head posture and reduce neck pain in young adults aged 18 to 30. Sixty-four participants with poor posture will be split into two groups: one doing exercises with the se…

This study tests whether sensory integration therapy exercises can improve repetitive behaviors, communication, social interaction, and motor skills in children with autism spectrum disorder. About 26 children aged 5 to 11 will participate, doing sensory exercises while researche…

This study tests whether adding playful nerve-mobilization activities to standard physical therapy can improve hand grip strength and dexterity in children with cerebral palsy. About 34 children aged 6 to 12 with diplegic CP will be randomly assigned to either routine therapy alo…

This study compares two types of balance exercises—square stepping and wobble board—to see which one better improves thinking skills, balance, and reduces fall risk in people aged 60 and older. Participants will do one of the exercises and be tested on memory, balance, and fear o…

This study looks at babies under 12 months old with clubfoot, a condition where the foot is twisted out of shape. Researchers want to see if adding a foot abduction brace to the standard French method of stretching and taping helps correct the foot better than the French method a…

This study is testing whether a home-based exercise plan, guided by a digital health app, can help people who are sedentary after a heart attack. The goal is to reduce their fear of physical activity (kinesiophobia) and improve their ability to walk and function. Researchers want…

This study is testing whether Vojta therapy, a specific physical therapy approach, can improve walking and overall movement abilities in children with Down syndrome. It involves 28 children aged 2-10 who can stand and walk independently. Children will be randomly assigned to rece…

This study looks at whether adding electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to regular resistance training helps trained weightlifters build more muscle, strength, and power. About 34 male lifters will be split into two groups: one does resistance training alone, the other adds EMS. R…

This study looks at how different types of blood flow restriction (BFR) training affect strength and sprinting speed in competitive sprinters aged 16-30. Participants will be split into three groups: high-load, low-load, or passive BFR training over 6 weeks. The goal is to see wh…

This study looks at whether playing the traditional game Kho-Kho three times a week for six weeks can improve agility and reaction time in school children aged 8 to 12. Researchers will compare a group that plays Kho-Kho with a group that has free play. The goal is to see if this…

This study looks at how two types of exercise—aerobic exercise and low-intensity interval training—affect heart and lung fitness in healthy school children aged 6 to 12. Researchers will measure fitness using a shuttle run test and estimate VO2 max. The goal is to find effective …

This study looks at four simple physical tests—like timed walking and standing up from a chair—to see which one best measures how well patients recover after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Researchers will test 150 adults aged 30-50 on the third and fifth day after …

This study looks at how different jump training heights (low, medium, high) affect leg strength, power, and quick direction changes in soccer players. 56 competitive players aged 18-30 will do jump training three times a week for six weeks. The goal is to find the best jump heigh…

This study looks at whether doing Bulgarian bag exercises can improve how school children use their legs, stand, and keep their balance. About 345 healthy kids aged 8 to 16 will take part. Researchers will measure changes using simple tests and questionnaires to see if this type …

This study looks at two ways to help preschoolers (ages 3-6) with handwriting difficulties. One group will practice writing in a traditional way with parent guidance on posture and grip. The other group will use 'embodied writing'—activities that involve whole-body movements whil…

This study looks at two different warm-up routines—FIFA 11+ and RAMP—to see which one helps young soccer players (boys aged 8 to 15) improve their agility and sprint speed. Thirty-four players will do one of the two warm-ups for six weeks. Their performance will be tested before …