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Effectiveness of Matrix Rhythm Therapy on Increased Muscle Tone, Balance and Gait Parameters in Stroke Survivors

NCT04213417 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 30

Last updated 2019-12-30

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Summary

Matrix-Rhythm-Therapy(MRT) has been included in neuro-rehabilitation program for stroke patients to regulate increased muscle tone.

There are no controlled studies with large sample size on the efficacy of MRT on spasticity. In this context,to the best of our knowledge, our study is the first study on this subject. The results of the study will develop a new perspective for management of spasticity and will ensure more common use of MRT.Further studies are needed on superiority of MRI over other treatment methods used in gait and balance rehabilitation of hemiparetic individuals. The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of combining Bobath therapy (BT) and MRT on muscle tone,balance and gait parameters in stroke individuals with spastic hemiparesis.

Conditions

Interventions

OTHER

Bobath therapy and Matrix Rhythm Therapy

MRT application that was applied to the study group in addition to the BC was applied to the affected side of the body and lower extremity for 60 minutes in each session.The treatment was started from the thoracic region and a treatment direction was toward the lower extremity in the affected side.During the MRT procedure, the patient's active participation was ensured and the treatment was combined with the exercises.The patients were informed about MRT verbally and in writing before the application. Participants were treated 3 days a week for 4 weeks for a total of 12 sessions.

OTHER

Bobath therapy

Both groups were treated with the BC as a neurodevelopmental therapy. Considering individual requirements and wishes of the patient, an exercise program that supports active participation of the person was established.Each treatment session was performed for 60 minutes.The treatment program that was established appropriately according to the patient contained weight transfer to the affected side in different positions,approximation to increase proprioceptive input, providing sensorial input to the sole of the foot using materials such as sensory ball,foot-ankle mobilization,functional reach activities, forward-side step, gait, and balance activities. Participants in both groups were treated 3 days a week for 4 weeks for a total of 12 sessions.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Pamukkale University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • FİLİZ ALTUG, Prof. · Pamukkale University

  • GÜLSÜM TIKAÇ, PT, MSc. · Pamukkale University

  • UĞUR CAVLAK, Prof. · Avrasya University

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
20 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2017-01-31
Primary Completion
2018-12-31
Completion
2018-12-31

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