Stroke PatientsNCT07484438
Effects of Task Oriented Gait Training With Core Stablization Excercises on 3 Parameters
A study testing Task-Oriented Gait Training and Core Stabilization Exercises in people with Stroke Patients, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of task-oriented gait training and core stabilization exercises on mobility, balance, and gait in 54 stroke patients (aged 45-75 years, 6 months to 2 years post-ischemic stroke). Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 45 to 75 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Stroke Patients
- What is being tested?
- Task-Oriented Gait Training and Core Stabilization Exercises
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 54 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 18 Oct 2024to 25 Feb 2026
- 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 45 to 75 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Adults aged 45 to 75 years
- Diagnosed with ischemic stroke
- Onset of stroke at least 6 months and no more than 2 years prior to enrollment
- Able to ambulate with or without assistive devices
- Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher
- Experiencing left hemiplegia
- Able to provide informed consent
Who cannot join
- Other neurological disorders affecting mobility
- Severe musculoskeletal conditions impacting gait or balance
- Uncontrolled medical conditions (e.g., severe cardiovascular issues)
- Major surgery within the last 6 months
- Current participation in other rehabilitation programs
- Contraindications to exercise as determined by a healthcare provider
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Effects of Task-Oriented Gait Training With Core Stabilization Exercises on Mobility, Gait, and Balance in Patients With Stroke
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of task-oriented gait training and core stabilization exercises on mobility, balance, and gait in 54 stroke patients (aged 45-75 years, 6 months to 2 years post-ischemic stroke). Participants with left hemiplegia and MMSE ≥24 will be randomly assigned to either intervention for 8 weeks (3 sessions/week). Outcome measures include the 6-Minute Walk Test, Berg Balance Scale, GAIT, Timed Up and Go Test, and a Patient Satisfaction Survey. Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 25 to determine intervention effectiveness.
Read the detailed description
Stroke is defined as a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from receiving essential oxygen and nutrients. This interruption can result from either a blockage (ischemic stroke) or the rupture of a blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke). The immediate effects of a stroke can lead to significant motor impairments, long-term disability, and profound impacts on mobility, gait, and balance, posing substantial challenges to rehabilitation and overall quality of life. Effective rehabilitation strategies, such as task-oriented gait training and core stabilization exercises, are crucial for improving functional outcomes in stroke patients. Task-oriented gait training emphasizes specific walking tasks to enhance functional mobility, while core stabilization exercises aim to strengthen trunk muscles, thereby improving balance.
This randomized controlled trial (RCT) will involve 54 stroke patients aged 45 to 75 years, determined through OpenEpi, Version 3 sample size calculations. Eligible participants will include individuals who are 6 months to 2 years post-ischemic stroke, have left hemiplegia, possess a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher, are able to ambulate independently, and can provide informed consent. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: Group A will receive task-oriented gait training, while Group B will engage in core stabilization exercises, both administered over an 8-week period with three sessions per week. Outcome measures will include the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) for assessing functional mobility and endurance, the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) for evaluating balance and fall risk, the Gait Assessment and Intervention Tool (GAIT) for gait evaluation, and the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) for mobility assessment and Patient Satisfaction Survey. Pre- and post-intervention data will be systematically collected to analyze the relative effectiveness of these interventions in post-stroke rehabilitation. Data will be analyzed by SPSS version 25.
- Conditions
- Stroke Patients
- Being tested
- Task-Oriented Gait Training, Core Stabilization Exercises
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Task-Oriented Gait TrainingOther
It focuses on enhancing functional mobility through real-life walking and movement tasks. The program includes five key exercises: walking practice on flat and uneven surfaces with variations in stride length, speed, and direction; reaching and grasping objects of different sizes and weights from sitting and standing positions; sit-to-stand transitions with minimal arm support; stair navigation with handrail assistance; and object manipulation at varying heights and distances. Each session is conducted three times per week for eight weeks, emphasizing repetition and progression to simulate daily functional activities.
Core Stabilization ExercisesOther
It targets the improvement of balance and postural control through strengthening of trunk muscles. Participants will perform four core-focused exercises: bridging to activate glutes and lower back muscles, pelvic tilts to improve pelvic control and lumbar alignment, side planks for lateral trunk stability, and quadruped (bird-dog) movements to challenge dynamic balance. Exercises are performed in sets with specific repetitions or hold times, progressively increasing in difficulty. The sessions are delivered three times per week for eight weeks to enhance core strength and overall stability in stroke patients.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Task-Oriented Gait Training | Experimental | It focuses on enhancing functional mobility through real-life walking and movement tasks. The program includes five key exercises: walking practice on flat and uneven surfaces with variations in stride length, speed, and direction; reaching and grasping objects of different sizes and weights from sitting and standing positions; sit-to-stand transitions with minimal arm support; stair navigation with handrail assistance; and object manipulation at varying heights and distances. Each session is conducted three times per week for eight weeks, emphasizing repetition and progression to simulate daily functional activities. Receives: Other: Task-Oriented Gait Training |
| Core Stabilization Exercises | Experimental | It targets the improvement of balance and postural control through strengthening of trunk muscles. Participants will perform four core-focused exercises: bridging to activate glutes and lower back muscles, pelvic tilts to improve pelvic control and lumbar alignment, side planks for lateral trunk stability, and quadruped (bird-dog) movements to challenge dynamic balance. Exercises are performed in sets with specific repetitions or hold times, progressively increasing in difficulty. The sessions are delivered three times per week for eight weeks to enhance core strength and overall stability in stroke patients. Receives: Other: Core Stabilization Exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)
The 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) assesses functional mobility and endurance by measuring walking distance in six minutes, with high reliability in stroke patients (ICC > 0.90).
Measured: 4 weeks
Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
The Berg Balance Scale (BBS) evaluates static and dynamic balance across 14 tasks, serving as a gold standard for fall risk assessment with excellent reliability (ICC = 0.97-0.98).
Measured: 4 weeks
Gait Assessment and Intervention Tool (GAIT)
The Gait Assessment and Intervention Tool (GAIT) identifies gait abnormalities such as asymmetry and reduced speed, providing targeted insights for gait rehabilitation (ICC = 0.92).
Measured: 4 weeks
Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)
The Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) measures functional mobility and fall risk by timing transitional movements, showing strong reliability (ICC = 0.95).
Measured: 4 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted20 Mar 2026
- Study start18 Oct 2024
- Primary completion25 Jan 2026
- Study completion25 Feb 2026
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Stroke PatientsStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
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
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 54 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Muhammad Ali Hassan Alvi, MS-NMPT, Principal investigator, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07484438
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/RCR&AHS/24/0282
- Status last verified
- Jun 2026
- First submitted
- 16 Mar 2026
- Last updated
- 10 Jun 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 10 Jun 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Task-Oriented Gait Training With Core Stabilization Exercises on Mobility, Gait, and Balance in Patients With Stroke
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07484438
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/RCR&AHS/24/0282
- Conditions
- Stroke Patients
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 54 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 18 Oct 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 25 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 25 Feb 2026 (actual)
- First posted
- 20 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of task-oriented gait training and core stabilization exercises on mobility, balance, and gait in 54 stroke patients (aged 45-75 years, 6 months to 2 years post-ischemic stroke). Participants with left hemiplegia and MMSE ≥24 will be randomly assigned to either intervention for 8 weeks (3 sessions/week). Outcome measures include the 6-Minute Walk Test, Berg Balance Scale, GAIT, Timed Up and Go Test, and a Patient Satisfaction Survey. Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 25 to determine intervention effectiveness.
Detailed description
Stroke is defined as a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from receiving essential oxygen and nutrients. This interruption can result from either a blockage (ischemic stroke) or the rupture of a blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke). The immediate effects of a stroke can lead to significant motor impairments, long-term disability, and profound impacts on mobility, gait, and balance, posing substantial challenges to rehabilitation and overall quality of life. Effective rehabilitation strategies, such as task-oriented gait training and core stabilization exercises, are crucial for improving functional outcomes in stroke patients. Task-oriented gait training emphasizes specific walking tasks to enhance functional mobility, while core stabilization exercises aim to strengthen trunk muscles, thereby improving balance.
This randomized controlled trial (RCT) will involve 54 stroke patients aged 45 to 75 years, determined through OpenEpi, Version 3 sample size calculations. Eligible participants will include individuals who are 6 months to 2 years post-ischemic stroke, have left hemiplegia, possess a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher, are able to ambulate independently, and can provide informed consent. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: Group A will receive task-oriented gait training, while Group B will engage in core stabilization exercises, both administered over an 8-week period with three sessions per week. Outcome measures will include the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) for assessing functional mobility and endurance, the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) for evaluating balance and fall risk, the Gait Assessment and Intervention Tool (GAIT) for gait evaluation, and the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) for mobility assessment and Patient Satisfaction Survey. Pre- and post-intervention data will be systematically collected to analyze the relative effectiveness of these interventions in post-stroke rehabilitation. Data will be analyzed by SPSS version 25.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Task-Oriented Gait Training | Experimental | Other: Task-Oriented Gait TrainingIt focuses on enhancing functional mobility through real-life walking and movement tasks. The program includes five key exercises: walking practice on flat and uneven surfaces with variations in stride length, speed, and direction; reaching and grasping objects of different sizes and weights from sitting and standing positions; sit-to-stand transitions with minimal arm support; stair navigation with handrail assistance; and object manipulation at varying heights and distances. Each session is conducted three times per week for eight weeks, emphasizing repetition and progression to simulate daily functional activities. |
| Core Stabilization Exercises | Experimental | Other: Core Stabilization ExercisesIt targets the improvement of balance and postural control through strengthening of trunk muscles. Participants will perform four core-focused exercises: bridging to activate glutes and lower back muscles, pelvic tilts to improve pelvic control and lumbar alignment, side planks for lateral trunk stability, and quadruped (bird-dog) movements to challenge dynamic balance. Exercises are performed in sets with specific repetitions or hold times, progressively increasing in difficulty. The sessions are delivered three times per week for eight weeks to enhance core strength and overall stability in stroke patients. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 45 to 75 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Adults aged 45 to 75 years
- Diagnosed with ischemic stroke
- Onset of stroke at least 6 months and no more than 2 years prior to enrollment
- Able to ambulate with or without assistive devices
- Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher
Key exclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Other neurological disorders affecting mobility
- Severe musculoskeletal conditions impacting gait or balance
- Uncontrolled medical conditions (e.g., severe cardiovascular issues)
- Major surgery within the last 6 months
- Current participation in other rehabilitation programs
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Task-Oriented Gait TrainingIt focuses on enhancing functional mobility through real-life walking and movement tasks. The program includes five key exercises: walking practice on flat and uneven surfaces with variations in stride length, speed, and direction; reaching and grasping objects of different sizes and weights from sitting and standing positions; sit-to-stand transitions with minimal arm support; stair navigation with handrail assistance; and object manipulation at varying heights and distances. Each session is conducted three times per week for eight weeks, emphasizing repetition and progression to simulate daily functional activities. | Other | Task-Oriented Gait Training |
| Core Stabilization ExercisesIt targets the improvement of balance and postural control through strengthening of trunk muscles. Participants will perform four core-focused exercises: bridging to activate glutes and lower back muscles, pelvic tilts to improve pelvic control and lumbar alignment, side planks for lateral trunk stability, and quadruped (bird-dog) movements to challenge dynamic balance. Exercises are performed in sets with specific repetitions or hold times, progressively increasing in difficulty. The sessions are delivered three times per week for eight weeks to enhance core strength and overall stability in stroke patients. | Other | Core Stabilization Exercises |
Primary outcome
6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)
Time frame: 4 weeks
The 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) assesses functional mobility and endurance by measuring walking distance in six minutes, with high reliability in stroke patients (ICC > 0.90).
Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
Time frame: 4 weeks
The Berg Balance Scale (BBS) evaluates static and dynamic balance across 14 tasks, serving as a gold standard for fall risk assessment with excellent reliability (ICC = 0.97-0.98).
Gait Assessment and Intervention Tool (GAIT)
Time frame: 4 weeks
The Gait Assessment and Intervention Tool (GAIT) identifies gait abnormalities such as asymmetry and reduced speed, providing targeted insights for gait rehabilitation (ICC = 0.92).
Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)
Time frame: 4 weeks
The Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) measures functional mobility and fall risk by timing transitional movements, showing strong reliability (ICC = 0.95).
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 10 Jun 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Muhammad Ali Hassan Alvi, MS-NMPT principal investigator
Riphah International University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Task-Oriented Gait Training and Core Stabilization Exercises in people with Stroke Patients, run by Riphah International 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 7 inclusion and 6 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: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 10 Jun 2026. 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?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) (time frame: 4 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?
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 10 Jun 2026.