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Beat the odds: rhythmic exercises may boost stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT07578818

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

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether corrective exercises paired with rhythmic auditory stimulation (like music or beats) can improve balance, walking, and quality of life in people who have had a stroke. Thirty-two adults aged 40-60 with subacute ischemic stroke will participate. They will do 60-minute exercise sessions three times a week for 6-8 weeks, focusing on balance and strength. The goal is to see if adding rhythm makes standard rehab more effective.

What this could mean

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Active substance
corrective exercises with rhythmic auditory stimulation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve balance and walking after a stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 32 people. Results may not apply to all stroke patients, and the exercises may not be effective for everyone.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 32 people

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Expected to start

May 2026

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Expected to finish

Aug 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age range 40-60 years old. * Both male and female. * Patients with subacute ischemic stroke (hemiplegia). * They had no history of back pain or any special injury. * Diagnosis of a first-time stroke or without a sequel of a previous stroke. * Hemiparesis with gait disturbance, Tinetti score \< 23 after the stroke. * Older adults with hyperkyphosis. Exclusion Criteria: * Unwillingness to cooperate. * Injury during exercise or training period. * Absence in at least 3 sessions of training. * Independent walkers. * Moderate to severe cognitive disorder. * Participants with significant orthopedic or chronic pain conditions affecting gait performance. * Any other neurologic condition. * Visual, hearing, verbal, and cognitive deficits.

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Conditions

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stroke disorder

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Stroke

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  • Riphah Rehab Centre and University of Lahore UOL

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54120, Pakistan

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