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Chronic StrokeNCT05526859

Effect of Kinesiotape Technique on Wrist Among Chronic Stroke Patients

A study testing Kinsiotaping for wrist flexor muscles and Kinesiotaping for wrist extensor muscles in people with Chronic Stroke, run by Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University at 1 site in Pakistan.

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Trial summary

The aim of this randomized controlled is to assess the effect of kinesiotape technique upon wrist joint among the patients with chronic stroke. Patients are devided into groups, in group A kinesiotaping facilitation technique is applied on wrist extensor muscles while inhibition technique is applied on wrist flexor… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 40 to 80 years
Conditions the study is for
Chronic Stroke
What is being tested?
Kinsiotaping for wrist flexor muscles and Kinesiotaping for wrist extensor muscles
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
24 participants
Where
1 sitePakistan
Study dates
31 Aug 2022to 26 Oct 2022
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 40 to 80 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age b/w 40 to 90
  • Limited ROM (wrist extension)

Who cannot join

  • Disoriented
  • Who needs more then moderate support to achieve basic ADL and are bed bound
  • Communication gap
  • Allergic to Kinesiotaping after being positive to patch test

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Dr. Syed Ali Hussain, Phd* contact

+923315191713

alihussain_dpt.ahs@stmu.edu.pk

Dr. Nouman Khan, MS-OMPT contact

+923339378324

nouman_drs.ahs@stmu.edu.pk

Pakistan1 site, 1 recruiting
  • Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University

    Islamabad, Fedral, 44000

    Syed Ali Hussain, PhD*, +923315191713, alihussain_dpt.ahs@stmu.edu.pk

    Nouman Khan, MSPT, +923339378324, nouman_drs.ahs@stmu.edu.pk

    Recruiting

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About this study

Official title: Effect of Wrist Flexors Inhibition in Comparison to Wrist Extensors Facilitation Through Kinesiotaping Technique in Chronic Hemiplegic Stroke Patients With Limited Wrist Extension

The aim of this randomized controlled is to assess the effect of kinesiotape technique upon wrist joint among the patients with chronic stroke. Patients are devided into groups, in group A kinesiotaping facilitation technique is applied on wrist extensor muscles while inhibition technique is applied on wrist flexor muscles and the result is the compared between the groups and within the group.

Read the detailed description

Stroke is a very common disease worldwide causing severe musculoskeletal disability due to which quality of life of patient compromises, patient becomes dependent of assistance in daily living activities and few becomes bed ridden. Stroke also causes death of the patient. Apart from musculoskeletal issues patient's cognitive abilities are also effected. It is tough to manage these patients as stroke varies in types and symptoms. Symptoms and severity depend upon type of stroke and factors like lifestyle, age and health issues. According to the symptoms different physiotherapy techniques and rehabilitation is used along with medical treatment and counseling of the patient. Kinesiotape also has the advantage that it can be worn 3-5 days due to which it's effects remains for long time as compare to other treatments which are given and has effect for a specific time for example a session of physical therapy including exercises is for an hour but this tape can be worn for days once applied.

Randomized controlled trial was done, 24 patients were recruited according to inclusion exclusion criteria. Patients were further divided into two groups; group 1 was given muscular facilitation treatment for wrist extensors and group 2 was given sessions for muscle inhibition treatment for wrist flexors. 6 sessions were given, 1 session per week over the period of 6 weeks to each patient.

Wrist range of motion for extension, flexion, ulnar and medial deviation was measured using goniometer before and after the 6 weeks. Manual muscle test for wrist extensors, modified ashworth scale and upper limb functional index scoring was done before and after sessions. Data was collected from a private clinic of PWD Rawalpindi.

The statistical values of result showed no significant change in between both the groups, before and after treatment. But a significant improvement was about observed within the group analysis It can be concluded from this study that Kinesiotape is an effective treatment method both in inhibiting and facilitating muscular performance. Hence both treatments were equally effective. it helps in increasing range of motion and in reducing spasticity.

Conditions
Chronic Stroke
Being tested
Kinsiotaping for wrist flexor muscles, Kinesiotaping for wrist extensor muscles
Keywords
Stroke, Manual Muscle testing, Kinesiotape, Range of Motion, Upper Extremity Functional Index, Modified Ashworth Scale
Medical subject headings
Stroke

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Kinsiotaping for wrist flexor musclesOther

    The flexor muscles of the wrist area will be targeted.

  • Kinesiotaping for wrist extensor musclesOther

    The extensor muscles of the wrist area will be targeted.

Study groups in NCT05526859
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Group 1ExperimentalHyperactive muscle correction for wrist extensors: Kinesiotape was applied to facilitate wrist extensor muscles from proximal to distal with 15-35% tension in therapeutic zone and no tension at anchor and end.
Receives: Other: Kinesiotaping for wrist extensor muscles
Group 2ExperimentalHypoactive muscle correction for wrist flexors: Wrist flexors muscles were inhibited by applying tape from distal to proximal with 15-25% tension in therapeutic zone and no tension at anchor and end.
Receives: Other: Kinsiotaping for wrist flexor muscles

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Wrist extensors manual muscle test score

    Wrist extensors strength was measured as baseline before the start of intervention and was compared with the measurement after 6 weeks of application of kinesiotape.

    Measured: 6 weeks

  2. Wrist ROMS through Goniometer

    Wrist ROM was measured using universal goniometer, baseline values for wrist flexion, extension, ulnar deviation and medial deviation was measured and then compared to the values measured after 6 weeks of intervention.

    Measured: 6 weeks

  3. Spasticity through modified ashwoth scale

    Wrist spasticity was measured through modified ashworth scale before the intervention and then was compared with the values taken after 6th week

    Measured: 6 weeks

  4. Upper extremity functional index (UEFI)

    Patient was asked to perform different activities as opening the door and combing hair, score was done according to the difficulty level faced by patients while performing the activities. Measurement was taken before first session and was compared with the values taken after 6 weeks of intervention

    Measured: 6 weeks

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted2 Sep 2022
  2. Study start31 Aug 2022
  3. Primary completion19 Oct 2022 (estimated)
  4. Study completion26 Oct 2022 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
Two group were taken and given treatment with the concern study protocols.
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Participant
Enrolment
24 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT05526859
Sponsor's protocol ID
Saman IRB00
Status last verified
Aug 2022
First submitted
31 Aug 2022
Last updated
2 Sep 2022
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Akpalu J, Akpalu A, Ofei F. The metabolic syndrome among patients with cardiovascular disease in Accra, Ghana. Ghana Med J. 2011 Dec;45(4):161-6.

    PubMed 22359422
  • Anwar A, Saleem S, Aamir A, Diwan M. Organization of Stroke Care in Pakistan. Int J Stroke. 2020 Jul;15(5):565-566. doi: 10.1177/1747493019879663. Epub 2019 Sep 30.

    PubMed 31564238
  • Bernhardt J, Hayward KS, Kwakkel G, Ward NS, Wolf SL, Borschmann K, Krakauer JW, Boyd LA, Carmichael ST, Corbett D, Cramer SC. Agreed definitions and a shared vision for new standards in stroke recovery research: The Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation Roundtable taskforce. Int J Stroke. 2017 Jul;12(5):444-450. doi: 10.1177/1747493017711816.

    PubMed 28697708
  • Cramer SC. Repairing the human brain after stroke: I. Mechanisms of spontaneous recovery. Ann Neurol. 2008 Mar;63(3):272-87. doi: 10.1002/ana.21393.

    PubMed 18383072
  • Drouin JL, McAlpine CT, Primak KA, Kissel J. The effects of kinesiotape on athletic-based performance outcomes in healthy, active individuals: a literature synthesis. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2013 Dec;57(4):356-65.

    PubMed 24302784
  • Huang YC, Chang KH, Liou TH, Cheng CW, Lin LF, Huang SW. Effects of Kinesio taping for stroke patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study. J Rehabil Med. 2017 Mar 6;49(3):208-215. doi: 10.2340/16501977-2197.

    PubMed 28233009
  • Kwakkel G, Kollen BJ, van der Grond J, Prevo AJ. Probability of regaining dexterity in the flaccid upper limb: impact of severity of paresis and time since onset in acute stroke. Stroke. 2003 Sep;34(9):2181-6. doi: 10.1161/01.STR.0000087172.16305.CD. Epub 2003 Aug 7.

    PubMed 12907818
  • Naci B, Ozyilmaz S, Aygutalp N, Demir R, Baltaci G, Yigit Z. Effects of Kinesio Taping and compression stockings on pain, edema, functional capacity and quality of life in patients with chronic venous disease: a randomized controlled trial. Clin Rehabil. 2020 Jun;34(6):783-793. doi: 10.1177/0269215520916851. Epub 2020 Apr 29.

    PubMed 32349528
  • Nishimura Y, Onoe H, Morichika Y, Perfiliev S, Tsukada H, Isa T. Time-dependent central compensatory mechanisms of finger dexterity after spinal cord injury. Science. 2007 Nov 16;318(5853):1150-5. doi: 10.1126/science.1147243.

    PubMed 18006750

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Kinsiotaping for wrist flexor muscles and Kinesiotaping for wrist extensor muscles in people with Chronic Stroke, run by Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University at 1 site in Pakistan.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 2 Sep 2022. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

Results are not available in the source record.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Dr. Syed Ali Hussain, Phd* (+923315191713, alihussain_dpt.ahs@stmu.edu.pk), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Wrist extensors manual muscle test score (time frame: 6 weeks). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT05526859, which also lists 9 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 2 Sep 2022.

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