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Effectiveness of Epley Maneuver Versus Semont Maneuver on Dizziness and Balance in Stroke Survivors With Posterior Canal BPPV

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllIbadat International University, Islamabad
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of the Epley maneuver and the Semont maneuver in reducing dizziness and improving balance in stroke survivors diagnosed with posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Forty participants will be randomly allocated to either intervention or comparator group. Outcomes will be assessed using the Dizziness Handicap Inventory (DHI), Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and Dix-Hallpike test at baseline, 2 weeks, and 4 weeks.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Age: above 18years Diagnosed with stroke survivors Diagnosed with posterior canal BPPV via Dix-Hallpike Test Functional status: Able to sit or walk with/without support, follow instructions, and participate in treatment sessions Willing to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Other vestibular disorders (e.g., Meniere's disease (inner ear disorder causing vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus)) Diagnosed cognitive impairment (unable to follow instructions) Medically unstable patients Severe cervical spine disorders (e.g., instability, fracture) Spinal conditions restricting head movement Completely bed-bound patients Any contraindication to Dix Hallpike repositioning maneuvers
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What it tests

  • Epley Maneuver
  • Semont Maneuver
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Where

1 site
AFIRM
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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