Combined Effects of LIRT-BFR Therapy in Post- Stroke Patients (NCT07646418) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Combined Effects of LIRT-BFR Therapy in Post- Stroke Patients
Pakistan64 participantsStarted 2025-06-01
Plain-language summary
Stroke is a focal neurological deficit of sudden onset, with symptoms lasting more than 24 hours leading to consequences like impacting physical abilities, cognitive functions and emotional well-being, speech and language difficulties. Among various rehabilitation program, Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy with low intensity resistance training has shown its promising results. Blood flow restriction training, also called Kaatsu, originated in Japan. So this study aims to determine the combined effects of Low Intensity Resistance Training with Blood Flow Restriction Therapy on Upper Limb Strength, Forward Reach and Sensorimotor function in Post-Stroke Patients.
Who can participate
Age range
50 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* • 50 to 70 year of age (5)
* Both males and females (5)
* Generalized stroke population (both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke) (9).
* Post stroke patient after 1 month (5)
* Barthel index scores ≥ 20 (10)
* Spasticity level according to Modified Ashworth scale should be 1/+1 grade in the affected upper limb(7)
* Muscle strength at grade 3 according to MMT of affected upper limb (7)
Exclusion Criteria:
* • People with a history of mental/cognitive illness (9)
* History of transient ischemic attack (TIA) or recurrent stroke (8)
* Diabetes with peripheral neuropathy (5)
* Having resting blood pressure above 160/100 mmHg even after taking medications
* Cardiovascular comorbidity (heart failure, unstable angina, aortic stenosis)
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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