Extracting The Effectiveness Of Ankle Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques On Balance And Gait Parameters In Sub-Acute Stroke: A Study Protocol For Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract

Background: Stroke is a leading cause of morbidity, mortality and disability among the world. Stroke sufferers encounter numerous challenges with their ambulatory competencies due to a lack of dorsiflexor muscle control and a deficient dorsiflexor control is a major contributing factor in various musculoskeletal injuries. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation techniques are proven to enhance the strength, stability, range, endurance, coordination etc.

Objective: To investigate the Effectiveness of Ankle Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation techniques on Balance and Gait Parameters in Sub-acute Stroke sufferers.

Methods: This double-blind, randomized controlled trial will study 42 participants with sub-acute strokes, divided into two groups using SNOSE. The experimental institution will be treated with ankle PNF techniques like rhythmic stabilization, rhythmic initiation, and slow reversals with static stretching, while the control group will handily get hold of static stretching for four weeks. Participants aged 40–65 with subacute stroke, grade 1 or 1+ at the modified Ashworth Scale, and both genders will be included, excluding those with ankle surgeries.

Discussion: The study's goal is to determine the effectiveness of ankle proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques on balance and gait parameters in participants suffering from subacute stroke.

 Conclusion: The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of ankle PNF procedures on stability and gait parameters in subjects with sub-acute strokes.