Riphah International University

This study looks at whether adding a special muscle relaxation technique to standard eccentric exercises can better reduce pain and improve grip strength in people with tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). About 66 adults with subacute or chronic tennis elbow will be split into …

This study will compare two exercise programs—qigong and the Otago program—to see which better improves balance, agility, walking, and quality of life in people with diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes). About 44 adults with type 2 diabetes and nerve damage will parti…

This study tests whether two different hands-on therapies (Active Release Technique or Myofascial Release) combined with eye exercises can reduce eye strain, improve sleep quality, and lower stress in people with neck pain. Forty-four adults with neck pain and poor sleep will rec…

This study tests whether combining mild electrical muscle stimulation with circuit training exercises can improve balance, posture, and movement in children with cerebral palsy. Researchers will enroll 46 children who can follow simple instructions and have mild to moderate motor…

This study tests two types of leg exercises—closed chain and open chain—done with a blood flow restriction cuff on the thigh, to see which better reduces pain and improves movement in people with mild knee osteoarthritis. Forty adults aged 45-75 with grade 1 or 2 knee OA will be …

This study will compare two types of exercise training—neuromuscular and resistance training—in 40 adults with chronic heart failure. Participants will do supervised exercises for 10 weeks. The goal is to see which approach better improves walking ability, heart fitness, and leg …

This study tests a new type of training that uses augmented reality (AR) to help stroke survivors improve their balance and ability to move around. Researchers will compare AR training to standard therapy in 78 adults aged 40-70 who had a stroke at least 3 months ago. The goal is…

This study looks at whether special posture exercises or training with a wearable sensor can help mild vision problems in university students with forward head posture. 72 participants will be split into three groups to compare different training methods. The goal is to see if fi…

This study looks at whether a program that strengthens the quadriceps and calf muscles can improve walking, reduce pain, and enhance sleep in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 52 adults aged 40-60 with moderate knee arthritis will be split into two groups: one doing the stre…

This study compares two ways to improve balance in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis: doing exercises at home via video calls (telerehabilitation) versus in-person training. Both groups will do the same balance and strength exercises. The goal is to see if remote training wo…

This study tests whether combining Frenkel exercises (repetitive balance and coordination movements) with electrical muscle stimulation can improve balance, coordination, and body awareness in stroke survivors. About 38 adults aged 50-65 who had a stroke and can walk for 10 minut…

This study compares two breathing devices—the Breather and the incentive spirometer—to see which better reduces shortness of breath, improves lung function, and boosts quality of life in people with mild to moderate COPD. About 80 adults aged 45 to 65 will use one of the devices …

This study compares two exercise programs—high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT)—in 28 adults aged 35-65 with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see which approach better improves mobility, muscle strength, and quality of life. Part…

This study compares two taping techniques for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. Researchers will see which method better reduces pain, improves ankle movement, and supports foot function. The study involves 36 adults aged 25-65 with acute or subacute plantar fasciit…

This study tests whether adding exercise training to a standard chest-vibration treatment helps people with cystic fibrosis cough up mucus more easily, improve their breathing, and increase their exercise capacity. Twenty-four participants will either receive chest vibration alon…

This study looks at whether reducing time spent sitting and adding light activity can help people recover after heart surgery. Twenty-four adults aged 50 to 80 will either get advice to move more or receive usual care. Researchers will measure breathing, daily steps, and quality …

This study tests a gentle exercise method using blood flow restriction cuffs on the legs to see if it can reduce pain, improve hamstring strength, and help daily function in people with long-term low back pain. About 44 adults aged 18–45 with pain lasting over 12 weeks will take …

This study looks at whether adding rhythmic music to corrective exercises can improve balance, walking, and quality of life in people who have had a stroke. The researchers will work with 32 adults aged 40 to 60 who have weakness on one side and trouble walking. Participants will…

This study looks at whether walking backward (retro-walking) combined with core strengthening exercises can reduce pain, disability, and improve balance in people with long-term low back pain. About 42 adults aged 25-50 will be split into two groups: one does retro-walking plus c…

This study compares two training methods—obstacle courses and neuromotor tasks—to see which better improves movement planning and daily mobility in children aged 7-10 with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). 28 children will participate in 9 weeks of training, two sessions…

This study will compare two exercise programs—the Otago Exercise Program and the BEAT IT program—to see which one better improves balance, walking, and quality of life in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. About 32 adults with type 2 diabetes and nerve damage in their fe…

This study looks at whether playing with marbles can improve hand strength and handwriting in young children. About 46 kids in grades 1-3 will either play marbles or do regular free play. Researchers will measure their grip strength and handwriting skills to see if marble play he…

This study looks at whether adding trunk (core) stabilization exercises to usual physical therapy can reduce knee pain and improve daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis who also have back pain. About 70 adults aged 40-60 with mild to moderate knee arthritis and a hist…

This study tests whether a type of exercise called neuromuscular re-education can reduce pain and improve neck movement better than standard physical therapy in people with cervical radiculopathy (a pinched nerve in the neck). About 52 adults aged 30 to 50 with at least 3 months …

This study tests whether a soft robotic glove can improve hand function in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy better than standard physical therapy. Seventy children aged 7 to 15 will receive either robotic glove therapy or conventional exercises for 8 weeks. Researchers wil…

This study tests whether combining AI-guided brain stimulation with hand coordination exercises can improve arm and hand function in children aged 6-17 with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy. Fifteen participants will receive the treatment at Riphah Hospital. The goal is to see i…

This study compares two types of therapy—mindful movement and game-based training—to see which helps children with developmental delays improve their motor skills, balance, and walking. The trial will include 36 children aged 9 to 11. The goal is to find which approach works best…

This study looks at whether Downward-Facing Dog yoga can reduce pain and improve posture in children aged 8 to 14 with non-specific low back pain. About 58 kids will do yoga sessions as a fun, engaging alternative to traditional physiotherapy. The goal is to see if this simple, l…

This study tests whether a special e-care protocol can help people recover faster after coronary artery bypass surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces time in the hospital and lowers the risk of breathing problems. About 42 adults over age 45 who have stable vital signs will ta…

This study looks at whether the Klapp Method, a type of exercise, can improve posture and reduce disability in people with Upper Cross Syndrome. The condition causes rounded shoulders and a forward head posture. Researchers will measure changes in neck angle, posture scores, and …

This study compares two blood flow restriction training methods—band tissue flossing and traditional cuff—to see which better reduces pain, improves movement, and strengthens muscles in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 46 adults aged 40-60 with mild to moderate knee OA will…

This study tests whether a remote rehab program—including self-massage and exercises—can reduce pain, improve neck and upper back movement, and lessen disability in people with myofascial pain syndrome. Thirty-six adults aged 18-35 with active rhomboid trigger points will be enro…

This study compares two exercise programs for young adults with forward head posture (often called 'text neck'). 74 university students will either do deep neck flexor strengthening or motor learning-based neuroplasticity training for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure head angle,…

This study tests whether adding thinking tasks to arm and hand exercises helps stroke survivors recover better than standard therapy alone. Twenty adults aged 40-70 with mild to moderate arm weakness will be split into two groups and trained for eight weeks. Researchers will meas…

This study looks at whether a treatment that combines mild brain stimulation (tDCS) with virtual reality and task-oriented training can improve movement and brain function in children with spastic cerebral palsy. About 150 children aged 6-18 will be split into groups to compare t…

This study tests whether wobble board or Swiss ball exercises are better at improving balance and stability in people who have had a stroke. About 38 adults aged 40 to 60 who had a stroke more than 6 months ago will participate. The goal is to see which exercise method helps redu…

This study tests a training program that combines eye exercises with balance exercises to help people with a inner ear disorder that causes dizziness and motion sickness. About 32 adults aged 20 to 40 who get motion sickness or have vertigo will participate. The goal is to see if…

This study tests if toe-spreading exercises, with or without walking on different surfaces, can improve foot arch and jumping ability in children with autism who have flat feet. Thirty-four children aged 7 to 12 will do the exercises three times a week for eight weeks. Researcher…

This study will test if a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve walking, heart health, and balance in 36 older adults living in the community. Participants will receive tDCS sessions, and researchers will measure changes in walking speed, blood pr…

This study looks at two exercise programs—cadence training and elliptical training—to see which one better reduces knee pain and improves leg power and endurance in cricketers with patellofemoral pain syndrome. About 48 male cricketers aged 18 to 35 will take part in 6 weeks of t…

This study compares two exercise programs—Neuropilates and Otago exercises—to see which better improves balance, posture, and daily independence in people who had a stroke 6 to 18 months ago. A total of 32 adults aged 40-70 will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups and a…

This study compares two physical therapy approaches—pelvic proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation and multiplanar trunk training—to see which better improves balance and functional mobility in people who have had a stroke. The trial will involve 48 adults who had a stroke at l…

This study compares two types of physical therapy—one done in water and one on land—to see which better reduces pain and improves daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 66 adults aged 40 to 65 with knee arthritis will be assigned to one of the two groups. Both g…

This study tests a gentle posture training method called Global Postural Reeducation in 30 housewives aged 25-40 with chronic low back pain. The goal is to see if it can reduce pain, lower stress, and improve sleep quality. Unlike typical treatments that only target pain, this ap…

This study compares two physical therapy approaches—strategy training and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)—to see which one better improves balance, walking, and daily independence in people with Parkinson's disease. 42 adults aged 40-80 with mild to moderate Parki…

This study compares two ways of doing pelvic floor muscle exercises for postmenopausal women with urinary incontinence: one group does the exercises at home with remote guidance (telerehabilitation), and the other group does them in person with a therapist. The goal is to see if …

This study compares two treatments—post-facilitation stretching and dry needling—for people with chronic low back pain and tight hamstrings. About 36 adults aged 20-50 will receive one of the treatments three times a week for three weeks. Researchers will measure changes in flexi…

This study looks at whether adding a special type of dry needling (with a mild electric current) to standard physical therapy can reduce pain, improve knee movement, and boost quality of life in people with knee osteoarthritis. About 44 adults aged 40-60 with moderate to severe k…

This study will test two different exercise programs—Modified Otago Exercises and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Exercises—in 36 older adults with type 2 diabetes and nerve damage in their feet. The goal is to see which program better improves balance and the ability to perf…