Foundation University Islamabad

This study looked at whether adding a muscle relaxation technique to aerobic exercise helps people with early-stage high blood pressure more than exercise alone. Forty adults aged 18-45 with stage 1 hypertension took part. The researchers measured blood pressure, heart rate, brea…

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

This study looked at whether adding strength training to a proven balance program (Otago exercises) helps older adults improve their balance and feel more confident about avoiding falls. 28 adults aged 60 and older took part. The goal was to find a better way to prevent falls and…

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 could walk with or without help took part. One group…

This study tested whether turning-based dual-task training (exercises that combine movement and thinking) could improve balance and mild cognitive issues in 50 adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Participants were aged 50 and older and had both balance problems and mild c…

This study looked at whether adding a surface electromyographic biofeedback device to standard stretching and strengthening exercises helps people with lower crossed syndrome. 46 adults aged 19-35 with moderate lower back pain participated. The biofeedback device shows muscle act…

This study looked at whether adding the 4-7-8 breathing technique to usual care can help people with mild-to-moderate COPD feel less short of breath, improve lung function, and boost quality of life. Forty adults aged 40-64 took part. The approach is simple and drug-free, aiming …

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

This study tested whether adding shockwave therapy to standard nerve-gliding exercises helps people with carpal tunnel syndrome. Twenty-six adults with hand pain, tingling, and numbness received either shockwave plus exercises or physical therapy plus exercises for four weeks. Th…

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 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 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 measured with a test before…