What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating how a motor relearning program, with and without electrical muscle stimulation (EMS), affects walking ability, functional independence, and quality of life in people who have hemiplegic stroke. Although previous studies have shown motor relearning programs can improve motor function after stroke, it is unclear how adding EMS influences these outcomes. This study aims to fill that gap by comparing these two treatment approaches in stroke survivors aged 45 to 65 years. Participants receive either a motor relearning program alone or combined with EMS. Both groups undergo 24 sessions over 8 weeks, with three 1-hour sessions per week. Each session includes a brief 5-minute warm-up and cool-down and task-specific training based on the motor relearning program. The EMS group receives electrical stimulation for 10 minutes on each muscle during their sessions alongside the motor relearning exercises. During the study, researchers assess participants' walking, independence in daily activities, and quality of life. Functional independence is measured at the start (week 1) and after the 8-week intervention using the Functional Independence Measurement (FIM). The study monitors participants' progress and aims to understand how these treatments impact recovery after stroke, with a total participation period of 8 weeks.

Effect of MRP With and Without EMS on Gait, Functional Independence and QOL in Stroke Patients