Effects of PNF Stretching vs Conventional Physical Therapy on the Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome in Elderly Population.

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Conditions studied: Elderly, Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, Sleep Disturbance

In brief

Restless leg Syndrome (RLS) is a common condition in the elderly population,characterized byan uncontrollable urge to move the leg,often occuring in the evening or at night,which can significantly disturb sleep and daily activities(ADL). Although various type of stretchings found to be effective on the symptoms of RLS,no study has specifically compared the effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation stretching technique versus conventional physical therapy on the symptoms of RLS and related sleep disturbances.This study aims to fill this gap by evaluating the effectiveness of PNF stretching compared to conventional physical therapy,on the symptoms of RLS in elderly population.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06747741

Run by

Foundation University Islamabad

People needed

24

Starts

2024-06-20

Expected to finish

2024-12-20

Last updated by the study team

2024-12-24

Who can join

Age: 60 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age 60 and above.
• Male \& Females both.
• must fulfill the diagnostic criteria of primary RLS.

You may not qualify if…

• A history or underlying disease that would contribute to the symptoms of RLS.

Where it is running

• Foundation University College of Physical Thrapy — Islamabad, Pakistan (enrolling)

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