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Comparative Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation and Mirror Therapy for Foot Clearance Among Patients With Sub-acute Stroke
Led by Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences · Updated on 2026-03-04
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Participants Needed
2
Research Sites
22 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two rehabilitation techniques- Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) and Mirror Therapy (MT)-in improving motor recovery among stroke survivors. Stroke often results in long-term impairments, particularly in foot clearance, which is critical for daily activities. Although current rehabilitation strategies help, more effective solutions are needed to enhance recovery. Participants, aged 18- 85 years old with subacute stroke and foot clearance impairments, will be randomized into two groups: Group A will receive functional electrical stimulation (FES) with routine physical therapy; and Group B will receive mirror therapy (MT) with routine physical therapy. The interventions will take place three times a week for 4 weeks, and participants will undergo motor function assessments, including the Fugl-Meyer Assessment and Functional Independence Measure, before and after the intervention. The study will compare the effects of each intervention on motor recovery, specifically focusing on tibialis anterior function and motor control. The findings could lead to improved rehabilitation protocols, offering stroke survivors better therapeutic options and enhancing their quality of life.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Comparative Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation and Mirror Therapy for Foot Clearance Among Patients With Sub-acute Stroke
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Aged 18 to 85 years, with stroke occurring within the last 6 months
- Fugl-Meyer motor assessment (lower extremity) score of 20 points or higher
- Healthy nerves, neuromuscular junctions, muscle tissue, and adequate range of motion in ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion
- Able to walk independently on a treadmill for at least 2 minutes without adverse reaction to FES
- Mini Mental State Exam score greater than 24 and able to understand and follow instructions
- No orthopedic diseases in upper or lower limbs
- Functional Ambulation Classification (FAC) score of 3 or 4
- Inadequate ankle dorsiflexion during the swing phase of gait
- Adequate minimal ankle stability during stance with stimulation
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of cardiac pacemaker or skin lesions preventing treatment
- Spasticity within last 3 months, vestibular or cerebellar lesions, or deaf-blindness
- History of epilepsy, uncontrolled seizure disorder, mental disorders, or neurological disorders other than stroke
- Severe lower extremity edema, vascular disorders like deep vein thrombosis, thromboembolism, or severe atherosclerosis
- Musculoskeletal dysfunction affecting gait or increasing fall risk
- Pregnancy, plantar flexion contracture, or severe hemi-neglect
- Hip or knee prostheses made of metal in lower limbs
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 2 locations
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Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000
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Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000
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Research Team
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Nabeela Dawood
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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