NCT07273591Befejeződött
Effects of Low-level Laser Therapy on Spasticity and Gait Parameters in Chronic Stroke Patients With Spastic Plantar Flexors
Forrás: ClinicalTrials.gov · Utoljára frissítve: 2026. máj. 5.
Rövid összefoglaló (regiszter, angolul)
Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide. Many patients who survive a stroke experience muscle stiffness (called spasticity), especially in the ankle and foot muscles, which makes walking difficult and painful. Spasticity in the plantar flexor muscles those that help push the foot down can lead to poor balance, limited mobility, and increased risk of falls. This study aims to explore the effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on spasticity and walking ability in patients who have had a stroke for more than six months (chronic stroke). LLLT is a non-invasive, painless treatment that uses low-intensity light to stimulate tissue healing, reduce muscle tightness, and improve nerve function. A total of 18 chronic stroke patients with spastic plantar flexors were included in this randomized controlled trial (RCT). Participants were randomly assigned to one of two groups: Study group: Received low-level laser therapy along with conventional physiotherapy. Control group: Received conventional physiotherapy alone. Each patient received therapy for three weeks. The study evaluated outcomes using the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) for muscle spasticity, the Wisconsin Gait Scale (WGS) for walking quality, and a Goniometer for ankle joint range of motion. Assessments were done before and after treatment. The results showed that both groups improved significantly, but patients who received laser therapy demonstrated greater reduction in spasticity and better gait performance compared to those who received conventional therapy alone. This study suggests that low-level laser therapy can be a useful addition to conventional rehabilitation programs for improving walking ability and reducing spasticity in stroke patients.
- Állapot (regiszter)
- Befejeződött
- Vizsgálattípus
- Beavatkozással járó
- Résztvevők száma
- 22 (tényleges)
- Első benyújtás
- 2025. nov. 19.
- Kezdés
- 2025. dec. 30.
- Elsődleges befejezés
- 2026. febr. 15.
- Fő szponzor
- Montiha Azeem
- Betegségek
- Stroke (szélütés)
- NCT-szám
- NCT07273591
Mit vállalsz
- Vizsgálat típusa: Beavatkozással járó
- Bevont résztvevők: 22
- 2025. dec. 30. és az elsődleges befejezés (2026. febr. 15.) között
- 1 helyszín, 1 országban
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Más betegség
- Patients with uncontrolled metabolic illnesses, orthopedic issues, and other neurologic abnormalities should be excluded as potential confounding factors impacting balance performance. Patients with recurrent stroke. Patients who were at that point performing organized proactive tasks, for example, muscle reinforcing works out, Pilates, yoga or focused energy oxygen consuming activities Patients with Hypoesthesia or possibly Hyperesthesia of the side to be analyzed.
Egyéb
- The patients with active contamination and presence of rashes at the site of utilization of the laser application. A neoplastic lesion at the site of application.
Kiket keres a vizsgálat
- Patients with Age of 45-70 years. Male and female patients with chronic stroke. Patients determined to have persistent stroke for no less than 1 year A maximum of 2 degrees of plantar flexor spasticity on MAS. (35) Cognitive preserved, having score of 24 to 30 on MMSE. (25) Medical referral for physiotherapy.
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Helyszínek (1)
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| Helyszín | Város | Ország | Helyszín állapota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shalamar Hospital, Sughra Shafi Medical Complex, Narowal | Lahore | Pakisztán | Ismeretlen állapot |
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