Combined Effects of Otago Exercises and Systematic Desensitization on Balance,Fall Risk and Basophobia Among Post Stroke Older Adults

Status: Recruiting
Location: See location...
Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

The aim of the study is to determine the combined effects of Otago exercises and systematic desensitization on balance, fall risk, and basophobia among post-stroke older adults.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 40
Maximum Age: 70
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:

• Both male and female patients

• 40 to 70 Years of age

• sub-acute ischemic stroke

• Ability to walk with or without a caregiver

• No cognitive dysfunction that would hinder understanding of the instructions

• MoCA score between 18-24

Locations
Other Locations
Pakistan
Allama Iqbal Memorial Teaching Hospiatl
RECRUITING
Sialkot
Contact Information
Primary
Sana Muzammil, MS-NMPT
sanamuzammilmughal33@gmail.com
+923327143610
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-06-26
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-11
Participants
Target number of participants: 51
Treatments
Experimental: Otago Exercises and systematic desensitization with routine physical therapy
Group A emphasizes a combination of Otago exercises and systematic desensitization alongside routine physical therapy. The session begins with a 5-minute warm-up, followed by 7 minutes of Otago balance exercises and 8 minutes of Otago strength exercises. This is complemented by 15 minutes of routine physical therapy focusing on strength and mobility, 5 minutes of flexibility and stretching, and 7 minutes dedicated to relaxation training. The session concludes with 10 minutes of gradual exposure and visualization exercises, allowing participants to mentally navigate safe environments and mildly fear-inducing situations, followed by a 3-minute discussion and feedback segment.
Experimental: Otago Exercises and Routine Physical Therapy
Group B, centers solely on Otago exercises integrated with routine physical therapy. This group starts with a 10-minute warm-up, followed by 10 minutes of Otago balance exercises and another 10 minutes for Otago strength exercises. The session continues with 20 minutes of routine physical therapy focused on strength and mobility, concluding with 10 minutes dedicated to flexibility and stretching exercises.
Experimental: Systematic desensitization and Routine physical therapy
Group C combines systematic desensitization with routine physical therapy. The session begins with a 5-minute warm-up, followed by 20 minutes of strength and mobility exercises, and 5 minutes of flexibility and stretching. Participants then engage in 10 minutes of relaxation training, which includes reviewing goals and practicing deep breathing exercises. The session further incorporates 15 minutes of gradual exposure and visualization, allowing participants to confront their fears in a controlled manner, and wraps up with a 5-minute discussion and feedback period.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Riphah International University

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