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

NCT06747741 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: FUI/CTR/2024/44
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 24
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

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.

Conditions

Elderly; Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS); Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation; Sleep Disturbance

Keywords

Elderly; Restless Leg Syndrome; Sleep Disturbance; PNF stretching; Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Severity of restless leg syndrome symptoms

  International Restless leg syndrome rating scale is 10 item Questionnaire,each question has 0(None) to 4(very severe) grading.Total score is 40,Mild(1-10),Moderate(11-20),Severe(21-30),Very severe(31-40).Participant will be assessed through this scoring system for the severity of RLS symptoms.

  4 weeks

• Sleep disturbance related to RLS

  5 Item questionnaire related to quality of sleep.Higher score indicate higher sleep disturbance.quality of sleep of participant will be assess through this questionnaire.

  4 weeks

Study Arms (2)

PNF Stretching technique Group

EXPERIMENTAL

The participants will receive PNF stretching technique of contract-Relax with agonist contraction for 3 days per week on alternate days for the symptoms of RLS in elderly population.

Procedure: PNF stretching(Contract relax with agonist contraction)

Conventional physical therapy Group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

The participants will receive Conventional physical therapy including calf stretchinf and strenthening exercises, 3 days per week on alternative days for the symptoms of RLS in elder population.

Procedure: Conventional physical therapy

Interventions

PNF stretching(Contract relax with agonist contraction) PROCEDURE

1.Passively dorsiflex the patient's foot then ask to perform active planterflexion against resistance and hold for 7-10 sec then ask patient to perform dorsiflexion to the maximum available range.

PNF Stretching technique Group

Conventional physical therapy PROCEDURE

Static Stretching:(Seated Calf Stretch With a Resistance Band) 1. Sit on the floor with your legs extended. 2. Loop a resistance band around one foot, holding both sides of it with your hands. 3. Gently pull your toes toward your shin until you feel the stretch in your calf.Repeat on the other side. Isometric Calf Raise: 1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and arms at sides. 2. Engage your abs for stability and roll up onto the balls of your feet, lifting both heels off the floor. 3. Hold for 5 seconds, then return to the starting position. Frequency : 5 reps with 5-7Sec hold,3 days per week for 4 weeks (alternatively)

Conventional physical therapy Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 60 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

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.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Foundation University Islamabad: lead

Study Sites (1)

Foundation University College of Physical Thrapy

Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Restless Legs Syndrome; Parasomnias

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Nervous System Diseases; Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic; Dyssomnias; Sleep Wake Disorders; Mental Disorders

Central Study Contacts

Syeda Kainat Zehra, DPT

CONTACT

+923045141136; syedazara434@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: December 18, 2024
• First Posted: December 24, 2024
• Study Start: June 20, 2024
• Primary Completion: November 15, 2024
• Study Completion: December 20, 2024
• Last Updated: December 24, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-10

Locations

PA (1)