Which therapy helps stroke survivors walk again? new study compares PNF and mCIMT
NCT ID NCT07331714
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two different physical therapy techniques—Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT)—to see which better improves leg function, balance, and quality of life in people who have had a stroke. 54 adults aged 45-75 with chronic stroke and mild to moderate disability took part. The goal is to give therapists clear evidence on the best approach to help stroke survivors regain independence.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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54 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2025
- Finished
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Dec 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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45 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: Patients who are chronic stroke post-stroke or longer will be included. Both males and females are included. Stroke between ages 45 -75 years. Mild to moderate disability assessed using the Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) with a score of 2 to 3. Pain more than 4 on visual analogue scale in the affected lower limb. Exclusion Criteria: Recurring stroke Cognitive impairment (Less than 24 points on Mini Mental Status Examination) Peripheral vascular disease (such as Parkinsonism, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, or spinal cord injury. No surgical procedure performed on lower limbs
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sehat Medical Complex Hanjerwal
Lahore, Pakistan
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