Swiss Ball Exercises Compared With Kinesthetic Training for Balance After Long-Term Stroke
Compares two exercise programs for balance and walking in people with chronic stroke.
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Registry title: Efficacy of Swiss Ball Exercises Versus Kinesthetic Training for Improving Balance and Functional Mobility in Chronic Stroke Patients.
Key facts
- Where
- Lahore, PakistanSee the site
AI summary: who the study is looking for
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The trial is looking for adults aged 45 to 65 who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It compares two kinds of exercise for balance and walking.
- Age
- 45 to 65 years
- Sex
- Men and women can join.
- Disease stage
- Stroke diagnosed 6 months ago or longer (chronic stroke), on either side of the body. Berg Balance Scale score of 21-50.
Main reasons for not taking part
- Thinking or memory problems that get in the way of taking part (Mini Mental State Examination score of 23 or lower)
- Other nervous system problems
- Recent stroke (acute or subacute)
- Poor eyesight that is not corrected
- Heart, diabetes or other health problems, or pain when standing or walking
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Could this be for you?
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- Are you between 45 and 65 years old?
Source: NCT07587463, who can take part
Where in Pakistan
- Shadman Medical CenterLahore, PakistanContact: Nisha Fazal, MSPT NTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
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- Who runs it
- Nisha Fazal
- Trial code
- NCT07587463
- Record updated
- 20 May 2026
- Original description
Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability and commonly results in impaired balance, reduced trunk control, and difficulty in functional mobility. Chronic stroke patients often experience limitations in daily activities due to poor postural stability and decreased motor coordination. Various rehabilitation approaches are used to improve balance and mobility, among which Swiss ball exercises and kinesthetic training are considered beneficial interventions.Read full original descriptionShow less
Efficacy of Swiss Ball Exercises Versus Kinesthetic Training for Improving Balance and Functional Mobility in Chronic Stroke Patients
Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability and commonly results in impaired balance, reduced trunk control, and difficulty in functional mobility. Chronic stroke patients often experience limitations in daily activities due to poor postural stability and decreased motor coordination. Various rehabilitation approaches are used to improve balance and mobility, among which Swiss ball exercises and kinesthetic training are considered beneficial interventions.
The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the effectiveness of Swiss ball exercises versus kinesthetic training in improving balance and functional mobility in patients with chronic stroke. A total of 36 participants diagnosed with chronic stroke for more than six months will be recruited and randomly allocated into two groups. Group A will receive Swiss ball exercises focusing on trunk stability, coordination, and balance control, while Group B will receive kinesthetic training aimed at improving proprioception, sensory feedback, and motor control.
The intervention program will continue for 8 weeks under the supervision of qualified physiotherapists in the Physiotherapy Department of Shalimar Health Centre. Balance and functional mobility will be assessed before and after the intervention using the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and Timed Up and Go (TUG) test.
This study aims to determine which intervention is more effective in enhancing balance and mobility in chronic stroke patients and may help improve rehabilitation strategies for stroke recovery.
Inclusion: Patients diagnosed with stroke for past 6 or more then 6 months both sides (R, L); Age: 45-65 years . Absence of cognitive impairment ( Mini Mental State Examination Score >23). Able to follow 3 step command. Medically stable. Both genders. Who can manage to come to the medical centre. Who score 21-50 on berg balance scale (BBS). Able to participate in the exercise program. Who don't have any cardiovascular or musculoskeletal problem.
Exclusion: Cognitive impairment hindering performance. Other neurological problems. Acute or subacute stroke. Impair vision without correction. Other health problem ( cardiovascular, DM etc). Pain during standing or walking. Lake the ability to participate.