Effects of Core Strengthening and PNF Pattern on Balance and Plantar Pressure in Chronic Stroke

Effects of Core Strengthening and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Pattern on Static Standing Balance and Plantar Pressure in Chronic Stroke

To compare the effects of core strengthening and PNF on standing balance and plantar pressure in chronic stroke patients

The effects of different exercise regimes and PNF techniques on balance and plantar pressure had been studied. This study focuses on determining the effects of CSE and PNF techniques on developing static standing balance and plantar pressure in stroke patients using PoData

Inclusion Criteria:

• • Age 45-60

  • Score of 9 or higher on the static component of Berg Balance Scale
  • Both genders will be recruited.
  • First ever episode of stroke
  • Duration of stroke greater than 6 months.
  • Having a score of equal to or less than 2 on the Modified Ashworth Scale
  • Having a score of greater than or equal to 24 on the Mini-mental state examination in order to understand the commands.

Exclusion Criteria:

• • Concurrent orthopedic (for e.g. amputation ) that may hamper standing

  • Relevant psychiatric disorders that may prevent from following instructions.
  • Other medical drugs that may influence our intervention
  • Condition contraindicating physical activity
  • Use of cardiac pacemakers.