Can simple exercises or vibration therapy help stroke survivors regain balance?

NCT ID NCT07642154

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether lower limb sensorimotor training (exercises that improve touch and movement awareness) or whole-body vibration therapy (standing on a vibrating platform) can help stroke survivors aged 50-65 improve their balance and reduce fear of falling. Fifty-two participants will receive one of the two therapies plus standard physical therapy for 8 weeks. The goal is to see which approach works better for post-stroke rehabilitation.

What this could mean

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Active substance: sensorimotor training and whole-body vibration therapy
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a simple, non-drug therapy to improve balance and reduce fear of falling after a stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke survivors. The therapies are behavioral, so benefits may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

STROKE STROKE REHABILITATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Saira Memorial Hospital
RECRUITING

Lahore, Punjab Province, 42000, Pakistan

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