This study will be observe the effect of Task-oriented training on the dexterous movements of hands in hemiparetic post-stroke patients. Patient will be recruited that meet the inclusion criteria, with unilateral hemiplegia referred by Neurophysician having stroke for the first time, between age 47-70 year, both males and females, score of spasticity for upper extremity (shoulder, elbow) below and equal 2 based on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS), ability to comprehend simple instructions (Mini-Mental State Examination with a minimum score \> 24), Brunnstrom stages ≥ 4, not submitted to other upper-limb rehabilitation programs during the participation in this study. The individuals with recurrent stroke episodes and transient ischemic attack, other neurological diseases (Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis,), hemineglect, no sitting balance and comorbidities are excluded. Outcome measures used are FuglMeyer assessment scale (wrist and hand) and Wolf motor function test for upper extremity while Barthel index to assess the activities of daily living. All procedures will perform by taking informed consent. All Ethical standards for both patient and institution will be followed. After collecting data, will apply Shapiro Wilk test to check the normal distribution of data. For analysis use SPSS version 25
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
70
Targeted muscle stretching and Strengthening (flexors, Extensors, abductors, internal and external rotators, of Shoulder, Elbow, forearm (supination \& pronation) and hand 10 repetitions×1 set, 4 days/ week. Transcutaneous Electrical nerve Stimulation for 10-20 min, 4 days/ week. Total of 16 sessions were given each consisting of 45 mins.
Experimental group was given Task oriented protocol including activities such as Table-top polishing, Arm cradling, Reach forward and pick-up or touch an object, Reached sideway to pick-up an object and transferring it to a table in front, Pouring ½ cup of water from a measuring pot into wide mouth glass held in opposite hand, Picking up pen from thumb and first two fingers, lifting a basket and placing it on the table 10 repetitions×1 set for each activity, 4-5days/week. Total of 16 sessions were given each consisting of 45 mins
Riphah international university
Lahore, Pakistan(Punjab_, Pakistan
Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity Assessment (FMA-UE)
Fugl-Meyer upper extremity evaluates voluntary movement, reflex activity, grasp, and coordination. Performance is measured on with a 3-point ordinal scale (0 to 2), with a maximum score of 30 with sub score 10 for the wrist, 14 for the hand, and for coordination and speed of movement the score is 6
Time frame: Pre treatment as baseline
Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity Assessment (FMA-UE)
Fugl-Meyer upper extremity evaluates voluntary movement, reflex activity, grasp, and coordination. Performance is measured on with a 3-point ordinal scale (0 to 2), with a maximum score of 30 with sub score 10 for the wrist, 14 for the hand, and for coordination and speed of movement the score is 6
Time frame: Mid treatment after 3 weeks
Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity Assessment (FMA-UE)
Fugl-Meyer upper extremity evaluates voluntary movement, reflex activity, grasp, and coordination. Performance is measured on with a 3-point ordinal scale (0 to 2), with a maximum score of 30 with sub score 10 for the wrist, 14 for the hand, and for coordination and speed of movement the score is 6
Time frame: Post treatment after 6 weeks
Wolf Motor Function Test (WMFT)
Wolf motor function is a quantitative measure used for upper extremity motor ability using timed and functional tasks. It comprises of 15 function-based tasks and 2-strength based tasks. Maximum score is 75 and Lower scores are suggests low level of functioning. Time required for the task vary with individuals and usually 15-20 minutes
Time frame: Pre treatment as baseline
Wolf Motor Function Test (WMFT)
Wolf motor function is a quantitative measure used for upper extremity motor ability using timed and functional tasks. It comprises of 15 function-based tasks and 2-strength based tasks. Maximum score is 75 and Lower scores are suggests low level of functioning. Time required for the task vary with individuals and usually 15-20 minutes
Time frame: Mid treatment after 3 weeks
Wolf Motor Function Test (WMFT)
Wolf motor function is a quantitative measure used for upper extremity motor ability using timed and functional tasks. It comprises of 15 function-based tasks and 2-strength based tasks. Maximum score is 75 and Lower scores are suggests low level of functioning. Time required for the task vary with individuals and usually 15-20 minutes
Time frame: Post treatment after 6 weeks
Barthel Index
Barthel index include the data obtained from the patient's self-report, or from one of his attendants. It include 10-activities of daily living. These outcome measures are administrated at initial before 3 days of treatment, middle at 6 session and posttreatment
Time frame: Pre treatment as baseline
Barthel Index
Barthel index include the data obtained from the patient's self-report, or from one of his attendants. It include 10-activities of daily living. These outcome measures are administrated at initial before 3 days of treatment, middle at 6 session and posttreatment
Time frame: Mid treatment after 3 weeks
Barthel Index
Barthel index include the data obtained from the patient's self-report, or from one of his attendants. It include 10-activities of daily living. These outcome measures are administrated at initial before 3 days of treatment, middle at 6 session and posttreatment
Time frame: Post treatment after 6 weeks
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