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NCT Number: NCT07100899

Effects of Dual Task Training Versus Task-specific Training on Lower Limb Function, Trunk Control and Balance in Chronic Stroke Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial

One of the leading causes of disability among the elderly is stroke. After a stroke, it is highly usual for lower extremity function, balance and trunk control to be compromised. After a stroke, trunk control is a crucial early predictor of functional recovery. Following a stroke, proximal trunk control is necessary for distal limb movement control, balance, and functional capacity.

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Key information

Conditions

Stroke Brain Diseases Cardiovascular Diseases Central Nervous System Diseases Cerebrovascular Disorders Nervous System Diseases Vascular Diseases

Age range

45 year–55 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Al Ryada University for Science and Technology

Sadat, Menoufia, Egypt

About this study

Forty-five chronic stroke patients, ages 45 to 55, were divided into three equal groups for this randomized controlled study: GA consisted of 15 patients, GB of 15 patients, and GC of 15 patients each. Group A (the study group) received dual motor task training in addition to the selected physiotherapy program, Group B (the study group) received task-oriented training in addition to the selected physiotherapy program, and Group C only received the selected physiotherapy program for 12 weeks. All groups received treatment three times a week for twelve weeks, with each session lasting sixty minutes. The Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS), Functional Reach Test (FRT), Biodex Balance System (BBS), and Fugl Meyer Lower Extremity (FM-LE) were used to evaluate each of the three groups pre and post treatments.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • 45 chronic stroke patients between the ages of 45 and 55 who were of both sexes, had been ill with stroke for more than six months to a year, had received at least nine years of education, had a score on the Berg balance scale between 41 and less than 45, and had cognitive functions greater than 26 on the MOCA scale were included in this study

Exclusion criteria

  • Patients who had any neurological condition that affected balance other than stroke (such as inner ear, vestibular, or cerebellar dysfunction), communication disorders, uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes, or unstable angina, hearing or vision issues, or respiratory disorders were not allowed to participate.

Treatment and study plan

Dual task training

Other

Dual motor task training for 30 minutes. The dual motor training was divided into two phases. The first part involved a single task condition in which the stroke patient was instructed to stand up from a seated position at a self-selected speed without the use of upper limb assistance. Cognitive and physical tasks, is the second part of training. In addition to a 30-minute selected physiotherapy program.

Task-specific training

Other

Began with a highchair before switching to a low one. In addition to a 30-minute selected physiotherapy program.

Selected physiotherapy program

Other

Consisting of trunk control, trunk stabilization, balance training and lower extremity strengthening exercises (primarily for the hip adductors and abductors) for 60 minutes.

Primary outcomes

  1. Trunk impairment scale

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    It assesses trunk coordination skills as well as static and dynamic balance while seated

  2. Functional Reach test

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    This one-item exam is intended to serve as a rapid screening tool for balance issues

  3. Biodex Balance System

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    Used to evaluate balance

  4. Fugl-Meyer lower extremity

    Time frame: 4 weeks

    This test is designed to evaluate lower extremity motor and sensory impairment after a stroke

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Ahmed Alshimy

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Aug 3, 2025
Registry last updated
Aug 3, 2025

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