NCT07148466 Scapular and Upper Limb Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques in Stroke With Scapular Dyskinesia.
| NCT ID | NCT07148466 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University |
| Condition | Scapular Dyskinesis |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 44 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-08-19 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-01-20 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 44 participants in total. It began in 2025-08-19 with a primary completion date of 2026-01-20.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to fill this gap by investigating the effects of scapular and upper limb proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques on shoulder pain, upper limb function \& gait in stroke with scapular dyskinesia. This study is a randomized control trial that includes 44 patients which were randomly divided into two groups each containing 22 participants. Experimental group will receive scapular PNF coupled with upper limb PNF and conventional physiotherapy treatment and Control group will receive only Conventional treatment.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * • Sub-acute * MCA * Age bracket 40-65 years. * Gender Male or Female. * Gait baseline score (DGI less than 19) * Patients with spasticity between grades (+1 and 1) on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS). Exclusion Criteria: * • Inability to communicate/understand instructions. * Stroke with other neurological conditions. * Patient with any other psychological and medical condition.
Contact & Investigator
Mahat zafar, MSNMPT
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Riphah International University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07148466 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 40 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Scapular Dyskinesis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07148466 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07148466 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mahat.zafar@riphah.edu.pk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07148466 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Islamabad, Pakistan, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07148466 clinical trial?
NCT07148466 is sponsored by Riphah International University. The principal investigator is Mahat zafar, MSNMPT at Riphah International University. The trial plans to enroll 44 participants.