Clinical trials: Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Stroke
Comparative Effects of Mirror Therapy, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, and Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy on Upper Limb Motor Recovery in Stroke Survivors: A Three-Arm Randomized Controlled Trial
This study aimed to compare the effects of these three interventions on upper limb motor recovery in stroke survivors. A three-arm randomized controlled trial was conducted in which eligible participants (N=90) with post-stroke…
- Trial name
- NCT07683130
- Testing
- mirror therapy, PNF, Constraint-induced movement therapy
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 90 people
- Sponsor
- Foundation of Medical Research and Laboratories, Pakistan
Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia
Effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Task-Oriented Training on Upper Extremity Function in Children With Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
Children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy often experience upper extremity impairments, including reduced coordination, muscle control, and functional hand use, which limit independence in daily activities.
- Trial name
- PNF-TOT-CP (NCT07694804)
- Testing
- Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Task-Oriented Training (TOT), Combined Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Task-Oriented Training
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 63 people
- Sponsor
- Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Effectiveness of a Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Introduction: Paddle tennis is a popular sport which can cause lower limb injuries due to impaired flexibility, such as ankle dorsiflexion.
- Trial name
- NCT05872802
- Testing
- eccentric exercises and electrical stimulation, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Universidad Católica de Ávila
Sarcopenia
Exercise Protocols in Postural Balance Of Elderly Women
To determine and compare the effects of a training program with Pilates and Facilitation Neuromuscular Proprioceptive on balance and function in elderly women.
- Trial name
- NCT02278731
- Testing
- training program
- Volunteers
- 58 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universidade Estadual do PiauÍ
Scapular Dyskinesis
Scapular and Upper Limb Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques in Stroke With Scapular Dyskinesia.
This study aims to fill this gap by investigating the effects of scapular and upper limb proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques on shoulder pain, upper limb function \& gait in stroke with scapular dyskinesia.
- Trial name
- NCT07148466
- Testing
- Scapular PNF, Conventional treatment
- Where
- 2 sites in Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 44 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Knee Osteoarthristis, Osteearthritis
Effects of Diagonal Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Patterns on Pain and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
A randomized controlled trial will be conducted at the Department of Physiotherapy, Dr. Ziauddin Hospital and Al-Rayaz Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
- Conditions
- Knee Osteoarthristis, Osteearthritis, Knee Pain Arthritis
- Trial name
- NCT07396233
- Testing
- Diagonal Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Pattern Exercises, Conventional Strength Training Exercises, Heat Therapy
- Where
- 2 sites in Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 150 people
- Sponsor
- University of Karachi
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain
The Effect Of Stretching Exercise on Pectoralis Minor Myofascial Latent Trigger Points
This randomised-controlled trial investigates whether a single intervention of manual pressure release combined with stretching exercise has an effect on muscle length, pain perception threshold, and respiratory function in…
- Trial name
- NCT02699294
- Testing
- Manual pressure release, Contract-relax PNF stretch, Z-stretch
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istanbul University
Stroke
Comparative Effects of PNF and mCIMT on Lower Limb Function in Patient With Stroke
Stroke, which is frequently characterized by weakness, poor balance, and decreased mobility that impede independence in everyday activities, has been identified as a major cause of long-term impairment globally.
- Trial name
- NCT07331714
- Testing
- PNF, mCIMT
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 54 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Lateral Epicondylitis
Scapular PNF Versus Shoulder Strengthening Exercises in Patients With Lateral Epicondylitis.
The purpose of this study is to compare between the effect of scapular proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation versus shoulder and scapular strengthening exercise on pain, functional outcome and grip strength in patients with…
- Trial name
- PNF (NCT05947968)
- Testing
- Scapular PNF, Shoulder strengthening exercises
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 52 people
- Sponsor
- Mahmoud Essam Abu Elfetouh Ghallab
Athletic Performance, Flexibility
Acute Effects of Different Warm-Up Protocols in Amateur Basketball Players
Brief Summary This randomized controlled trial will compare the immediate effects of three warm-up protocols on physical performance in male amateur basketball players.
- Conditions
- Athletic Performance, Flexibility, Physical Fitness
- Trial name
- NCT07722143
- Testing
- Standard Dynamic Warm-Up, Classical Hold-Relax PNF Stretching, Short-Duration Self-PNF Stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 45 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istanbul Medipol University Hospital
Stroke, Spasticity, Muscle
Effects of PNF and Static Stretching on Architecture and Viscoelastic Properties of Hemiplegic Elbow
The patients who were diagnosed with stroke in governmental/university/private hospitals, and who needed rehabilitation because of the increased flexor tone in the elbow joint, decreased range of motion and/or decreased function…
- Trial name
- NCT05626790
- Testing
- Exercise, PNF Stretching, Prolonged Stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Neurologic Disorder
The Effect of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Haemodynamic Responses in a Neurological Intensive Care
Although there are studies examining the effect of actively performed PNF exercises on haemodynamic responses in intensive care patients and healthy individuals, there are no studies investigating their effect on circulation and…
- Trial name
- NCT07524790
- Testing
- Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Exercises, Passive Range of Motion Exercises
- Volunteers
- 24 people
- Sponsor
- Abant Izzet Baysal University
Stroke
Effect of Lower Limb Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Combined With Core Stability Training Versus Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Alone on Balance and Functional Mobility in Chronic Stroke Survivors
This randomized controlled trial compares lower limb proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) combined with core stability training versus lower limb PNF alone in chronic stroke survivors.
- Trial name
- NCT07887360
- Testing
- Lower Limb PNF Combined with Core Stability Training, Lower Limb PNF alone
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Adhesive Capsulitis
Effects of Gongs Mobilization and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Patients With Adhesive Capsulitis
The randomized controlled trail aims is to evaluate the outcome of Gongs mobilization and PNF in patients with adhesive capsulitis.
- Trial name
- NCT07576127
- Testing
- Gongs Mobilization, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 44 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Smoking
Comparison of the Effects of Different Chest Techniques on University Students With Smoking Addiction
Smoking is a significant risk factor for heart, lung, and respiratory system diseases, and is particularly prevalent among young people and university students.
- Trial name
- NCT07488741
- Testing
- Chest PNF Techniques Group, Chest Mobility Exercises Group
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Yalova
Stroke, Subacute Stroke
Effect of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Stroke Patient
Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability and commonly results in impaired trunk control, postural instability, balance deficits, and reduced functional mobility due to disrupted sensorimotor integration, impaired…
- Trial name
- NCT07808580
- Testing
- Pelvic PNF and Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Routine Physical Therapy, Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Routine Physical Therapy, Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Routine Physical Therapy
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
Scoliosis Idiopathic Adolescent Treatment
Comparison of Stretching Methods in Individuals With Scoliosis
The goal of this research study is to learn about the comparison of Stretching Methods in individuals with scoliosis aged of 14-65, who receive intervention Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Passive Stretching.
- Trial name
- NCT07205770
- Testing
- PNF, Passive Stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 28 people
- Sponsor
- Gönül Elpeze
Basketball Players, Stretching
Acute Effects of Passive and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching Techniques in Youth Basketball Players
The aim of this clinical trial is to learn the acute effects of passive stretching and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching techniques on agility, speed and lower extremity explosive strength in young…
- Conditions
- Basketball Players, Stretching, Physical Performance
- Trial name
- NCT06591052
- Testing
- Passive stretching, PNF stretching
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Halic University
Smoking Dependence, Smoking Among Youth
Efficacy of Diaphragmatic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Functional Capacity and Pulmonary Function in Heavy Twenties Smokers
Although research on the health risks of e-cigarettes is still limited, there is increasing evidence of debilitating lung disease and general immune dysfunction from e-cigarettes, leading to various infections.
- Trial name
- NCT07003893
- Testing
- Diaphragmatic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation + Aerobic exercises
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan
Parkinson Disease
Comparative Effects of Virtual Reality and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Patients With Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder marked by the progressive loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra and accumulation of α-synuclein (Lewy bodies).It impacts both motor and non-motor systems…
- Trial name
- VR PNF RPT PD (NCT07308093)
- Testing
- Intervention 1, artificial intelligence
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 28 people
- Sponsor
- Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences