Effects of Core Strengthening With Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Trunk Control and Balance in Patients With Sub-acute Stroke
Purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of core stabilization with pelvic proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation on trunk control and balance which will be provided an evidence-based selection of the best possible intervention to improve trunk function and balance as compared to the trunk control exercises such as Rhythmic stabilization, Bridging, Side-Lying Trunk Lifts, Quadruped, Kneeling and modified plantigrade positioning, which one can provide the better balance and trunk control in sub-acute stroke patients.
• Participants between the ages of 45 and 60 years.
• Sub-acute phase of unilateral ischemic stroke.
• More than two weeks but no more than six months were included.
• Participants should be able to walk with or without support for 2-4 min.
• Participants with modified Ashworth scale grade 1 or grade 2.
• Participants should be able to understand and follow simple verbal instructions (Mini-Mental Status Examination \[MMSE\]≥24).