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Effects of PNF Stretching vs Conventional Physical Therapy on the Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome in Elderly Population.

NCT06747741 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 24

Last updated 2024-12-24

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Summary

Restless leg Syndrome (RLS) is a common condition in the elderly population,characterized byan uncontrollable urge to move the leg,often occuring in the evening or at night,which can significantly disturb sleep and daily activities(ADL).

Although various type of stretchings found to be effective on the symptoms of RLS,no study has specifically compared the effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation stretching technique versus conventional physical therapy on the symptoms of RLS and related sleep disturbances.This study aims to fill this gap by evaluating the effectiveness of PNF stretching compared to conventional physical therapy,on the symptoms of RLS in elderly population.

Conditions

  • Elderly
  • Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
  • Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
  • Sleep Disturbance

Interventions

PROCEDURE

PNF stretching(Contract relax with agonist contraction)

1.Passively dorsiflex the patient's foot then ask to perform active planterflexion against resistance and hold for 7-10 sec then ask patient to perform dorsiflexion to the maximum available range.

PROCEDURE

Conventional physical therapy

Static Stretching:(Seated Calf Stretch With a Resistance Band) 1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended. 2. Loop a resistance band around one foot, holding both sides of it with your hands. 3. Gently pull your toes toward your shin until you feel the stretch in your calf.Repeat on the other side. Isometric Calf Raise: 1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and arms at sides. 2. Engage your abs for stability and roll up onto the balls of your feet, lifting both heels off the floor. 3. Hold for 5 seconds, then return to the starting position. Frequency : 5 reps with 5-7Sec hold,3 days per week for 4 weeks (alternatively)

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Foundation University Islamabad

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
60 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-06-20
Primary Completion
2024-11-15
Completion
2024-12-20

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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