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Sprinter vs Skater Coordination Synergy Training for Balance and Coordination in Chronic Stroke
Sponsor: University of Faisalabad
Summary
This study compares two types of coordinative locomotor training - the sprinter coordination synergy and the skater coordination synergy - to improve balance and coordination in people with chronic stroke (more than six months after stroke). Twenty two participants will be randomly assigned to receive either sprinter-based or skater-based training for 30 minutes per session, three times per week, for four weeks. Balance will be measured using the Berg Balance Scale and Functional Reach Test. Coordination and functional mobility will be measured using the Timed Up and Go test. This study aims to determine which coordination synergy produces greater improvements, which may help physiotherapists choose more effective treatments for stroke survivors in Pakistan.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Coordinative Locomotor Training Using Sprinter Versus Skater Coordination Synergies on Balance and Coordination in Patients With Chronic Stroke: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
30 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
22
Start Date
2026-02-01
Completion Date
2026-07-01
Last Updated
2026-06-22
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
CLT - Sprinter Coordination Synergy
What: Coordinative Locomotor Training using the sprinter coordination synergy. How: A trained physiotherapist manually guides the participant through diagonal, rotational movement patterns of upper and lower extremities simultaneously. The sprinter pattern involves: on one side, upper extremity flexion/adduction/external rotation with ipsilateral lower extremity extension/adduction/internal rotation; the contralateral side performs the reciprocal pattern. When: 30 minutes per session, 3 sessions per week, for 4 consecutive weeks (total 12 sessions). How much: Each pattern performed for 30-60 seconds per posture (supine, sitting, standing, walking), repeated 5-10 times with rest periods as needed. By whom: Physiotherapist trained in PNF and CLT techniques.
CLT - Skater Coordination Synergy
What: Coordinative Locomotor Training using the skater coordination synergy . How: A trained physiotherapist manually guides the participant through diagonal, rotational movement patterns mimicking a speed skater. The skater pattern involves: on one side, upper extremity flexion/abduction/external rotation with ipsilateral lower extremity extension/adduction/external rotation; the contralateral side performs the reciprocal pattern. When: 30 minutes per session, 3 sessions per week, for 4 consecutive weeks (total 12 sessions). How much: Each pattern performed for 30-60 seconds per posture (supine, sitting, standing, walking), repeated 5-10 times with rest periods as needed. By whom: Physiotherapist trained in PNF and CLT techniques.
Locations (1)
Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Faisalabad
Faisalābad, Punjan, Pakistan