Effects of Task-Oriented Training With and Without Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation in Post-Stroke P… (NCT07724730) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Task-Oriented Training With and Without Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation in Post-Stroke Patients
Pakistan38 participantsStarted 2025-06-01
Plain-language summary
Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide. Among survivors, limitations in lower limb motor function, balance, and proprioception significantly affect their independence and quality of life. There is a growing need for targeted rehabilitation strategies for stroke survivors, who often experience lower limb impairments that limit independence during a highly active stage of life. Task-oriented training (TOT) helps patients practice real-life movements, while rhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS), such as metronome beats, can guide and improve their timing and coordination.
Who can participate
Age range
40 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* • Age 40-60 years
* First-time ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke
* Subacute stroke (\<6 months)
* Brunnstrom stage ≥ 3 (lower limb)
* Able to walk 10 meters independently or with minimal support
* Able to follow simple commands
Exclusion Criteria:
* • Severe aphasia
* Other neurological disorders (Parkinson's, TBI)
* Uncontrolled cardiovascular issues (BP \> 180 mmHg, arrhythmias)
* Severe visual, auditory, or orthopedic impairments
* Musculoskeletal injuries or medical conditions limiting participation
* Diabetes, hypertension, fractures, surgeries, OA, RA
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.