The aim of this study was to compare the effects of Half-Somersault and Brandt-Daroff exercises o... more The aim of this study was to compare the effects of Half-Somersault and Brandt-Daroff exercises on dizziness, fear of fall, and quality of life in patients with posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (PC-BPPV). This study was conducted from July 2020 to November 2020. A total of 20 patients were enrolled in the study, through sealed envelope method, and assigned to two groups, A and B (10 in each). Vestibular activity and participation measure and Fall Efficacy Scale (FES) were used. The mean age of the patients was 36.70±11.58 years. There was a significant (p=0.05) difference between the Vestibular activities and participation measure (VAP) score at post intervention and Fall Efficacy Scale (FES) (p<0.05) between the groups. Within group analysis showed significant results (p=0.01). This study concluded that both manoeuvers are significantly effective in the treatment of PC-BPPV, but patients treated with Brandt-Daroff exercises reported more improvement in terms ...
Foundation University Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences
Background: High cancer prevalence has been reported in Pakistan while concerning the multidiscip... more Background: High cancer prevalence has been reported in Pakistan while concerning the multidisciplinary management approach the substantial percentage of population needs physical rehabilitation facility. On individual basis physical therapists have reported certain hurdles and barriers in rehabilitating the cancer patients, however, there is no published evidence that highlights such barriers. Therefore, it is essential to recognize those barriers so that these could be managed and addressed effectively for future. Objectives: The study aimed to determine the barriers to physical therapy practice among cancer. Methods: This was a cross sectional survey and the total number of participants included in the study were 403. The sampling method used was non-probability convenience sampling technique. The duration of the study was 6 months. Study was conducted in these hospitals; CMH, NORI Cancer Hospital, Fauji Foundation, PIMS, Shifa International Hospital and Holy Family Hospital. Dat...
A prospective randomised control trial (RCT) was conducted in National Institute of Rehabilitatio... more A prospective randomised control trial (RCT) was conducted in National Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine (NIRM), Islamabad, on 40 children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (HCP). Children between the ages of four and12 years with ipsilateral, bilateral or severely asymmetrical impairments who had wrist extension (20°) and fingers flexion (10°) were included. The outcomes tools, Box and Block Test, Quality of Upper Extremity Skill Test, CP (Quality of Life) and Kid screen were used at baseline, mid- and post- treatment assessment. Both the treatment approaches (CCIMT AND MCIMT) equally improved upper limb motor functions and psychosocial life of the children with HCP. On Quest tool, results of dissociated movement were significant (p=0.021) and on CPQOL tool two domains (participation & physical health and family health) showed significant difference (p=0.042, p=0.025). But no significant difference was noted regarding other domains of the tools. The study concluded that both the tr...
To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related decline of co... more To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related decline of college students and to find the correlation between physical activity with cardiovascular deconditioning.
Objective: To compare 6-minute walk test with 3-minute step test for measuring functional enduran... more Objective: To compare 6-minute walk test with 3-minute step test for measuring functional endurance, to compare the level of exertion in each test and to determine which test is better choice to measure functional endurance in young individuals. Methodology: It was an analytical study using non probability purposive sampling completed at Railway General Hospital, Rawalpindi from September 2017 to January 2018. Total 600 participants completed procedure. Included participants had age between 20 to 40 years, males/females, not participating in exercise and free from diseases affecting their ability to participate. Each participant performed the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and three-minute step test (3MST) with a rest period of 60 minutes between two tests. Self-structured pro forma was used to record demographics, anthropometrics (weight and height) vitals (pulse rate, oxygen saturation and blood pressure) and rate of perceived exertion (RPE) before and after both tests. Results: Out of...
JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 2019
OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of manual traction, manual intervertebral foramen opening techni... more OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of manual traction, manual intervertebral foramen opening technique and combination of the two techniques in patients with cervical radiculopathy. METHODS The single-blind randomised control trial was conducted at Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, from July 2017 to January 2018, and comprised patients of either gender having unilateral upper extremity pain, paresthesia or numbness. The subjects were placed into groups I, II and III using sealed envelope method. Group I was treated with the opening of intervertebral foramen technique, while group II received manual traction of cervical spine, and group III received both techniques. Three sessions were conducted per week for 3 weeks. The outcome measures were neck disability index, Numeric pain rating scale, patient-specific functional scale, and range of motions of cervical spine. SPSS 21 was used for data analysis. RESULTS Of the 40 patients, 17(30%) were males and 23(70%) were females...
Objective: To determine the effects of core stability exercises on backache and quality of life o... more Objective: To determine the effects of core stability exercises on backache and quality of life of postmenopausal women. Method: The comparative study was conducted at the Department of Physical Therapy, Margalla General Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, from February to June 2018, and comprised post-menopausal woman aged 40-60 years having backache who were randomly divided into experimental group A and control group B. Group A underwent core stability exercises along with traditional therapy, while group B had traditional low backache physical therapy. Each participant was treated three days a week for 12 weeks. The outcome was assessed using the manual muscle testing numerical pain rating scale, Oswestry disability index and Utian quality of life scale at baseline, week 6 and week 12. Data was analysed using SPSS 21. Results: Of the 35 subjects initially enrolled, 24(68.5%) completed the study. Of them, 14(58.3%) cases were in group A and 10(41.6%) controls in group B. The overall ...
Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst all population and particul... more Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst all population and particularly among diseased population. Objectives: To determine prevalence of depression among amputees after major traumas by using Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), in different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Methodology: A descriptive Cross sectional survey was done with a sample of 110 amputees of age between 15-60 years, in different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The study duration was completed from 1st June 2013 to 1st January 2014. Details of data were collected through structured questionnaire. Questionnaire contained causes responsible for this depression and Beck's Inventory Score to measure level of depression. Results: According to the data analyzed results shows that out of 110 amputees 28(25.5%) were having no depression, 35(31.8%) were mildly depressed, 16(14.5%) were borderline depressed, 14(12.7%) were moderately depressed, 8(7.3%) were severely depressed a...
Salat activity along with task oriented approach is used as a treatment protocol in stroke rehabi... more Salat activity along with task oriented approach is used as a treatment protocol in stroke rehabilitation. The subject of this report was a 55-year-old woman who had acute ischemic stroke. She had dysarthria with left hemiparesis, hemi sensory loss, hemi neglect. Score on the NIH stroke scale was 21, indicating severe neurological deficit. She exhibited limitations of walking function, impaired balance and strength of upper and lower limb. For 8 weeks, she underwent a 5-day/week task oriented and Salat (prayer) activity repetition training comprises of 1 hour. After 8-weeks exercise program, major improvement occurred in overall body strength, balance, gait, walking endurance and functional mobility of the patient.
Objectives: To investigate the frequency of balance and proprioception deficitsin elderly populat... more Objectives: To investigate the frequency of balance and proprioception deficitsin elderly population of old homes of Twin cities of Pakistan and to find which lower limb joint ismost prone to proprioception loss. Study Design: Descriptive cross sectional design. Setting:Old homes of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Study Period: September 1st 2016 to 30th December2016. Material and Methods: A sample of 207 residents of old homes aged 60-85 years (mean69 ± 6.673) with 104 males (50.2%) and 103 females (49.8%) was recruited for this studyby Purposive, non-probability sampling technique. Short form 7-Item Berg Balance Scale,Romberg test, tandem walk test and forward reach test was used for balance assessment andJoint Position Matching tests was administered for proprioception. Data was analyzed on SPSSversion 20. Results: Dizziness was a common risk factor of falls (21%) and next was the visualimpairment (8.7%) in elderly population. Unmatched ratio in the Joint position matching wasthe highe...
For functional mobility sit to stand task is a prerequisite index. This study intended to investi... more For functional mobility sit to stand task is a prerequisite index. This study intended to investigate the correlation of sit to stand with balance and functional mobility of post stroke patients. Total 50 participants with informed consent having stroke either infarction or hemorrhagic, age bracket 30-70years, capable to walk under supervision, minimum 3 months had elapsed since the stroke, and able to communicate (score>24on Mini-Mental State Examination) were enrolled. The demographics were recorded and standardized assessment tool included, Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Time Up and Go Test (TUG), Five times Sit to stand test (FSTST), and Mini BES Test. The measurements were obtained after performance of FSTS test. The mean age of the patients was (54.5±9.83), with 40 (80%) male and 10(20%) female patients. Pearson product-moment correlations were computed among the different measures. Bivariate correlation showed strong association of these measures (FSTS, BBS, TUG &Mini BES Test)...
Task-oriented, activity repetition training brings a marked improvement in stroke individuals. Ma... more Task-oriented, activity repetition training brings a marked improvement in stroke individuals. Maximum repetitions of taskoriented training in stroke patients can be achieved easily in a therapy session. The subject of this report exhibited limitations of walking function, impaired balance, and strength of the upper and lower limbs. Task-oriented activity repetition training (ART) was performed by the patient for 5 days a week consisting of 60 minutes with maximum repetitions for 6 weeks. There was a gradual increase in repetitions per session and after 6-week exercise programme, overall body strength, balance, gait velocity, walking endurance, and functional mobility of the patient was improved remarkably.
Objectives: To explore the best available treatment for Bells palsy in comparison of Kabat verse... more Objectives: To explore the best available treatment for Bells palsy in comparison of Kabat verses taping techniques. Methodology: This randomized control trial was conducted in Riphah Rehab and Research Centre at Pakistan General Railway Hospital, Rawalpindi from March 1 to September 1, 2015. The purposive sampling technique was used and 20 patients of Bells palsy were assigned to two groups randomly by sealed envelope method. Patients were in age range 20-50 years and had no other neurological deficit. PNF group (n=10) received Kabat Exercises with conventional physiotherapy treatment and Taping group (n=10) received combined Kinesio Taping with conventional physiotherapy for 5 days a week for total 5 weeks. The demographics were recorded at baseline and at the end of intervention. Standardized assessment tools included House Brackmann Scale Qualitative Version, Facial disability Index and Synkinesis assessment questionnaire. Results: The mean age of patients was 38.20±12.22 year...
OBJECTIVE To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related dec... more OBJECTIVE To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related decline of college students and to find the correlation between physical activity with cardiovascular deconditioning. METHODS The analytical cross-sectional study was conducted from January 1 to May 1, 2017, in different medical and engineering colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad in Pakistan.Data was collected through non-probability purposive sampling method. Demographic data was recorded and standardized assessment tools, including physical activity index and stroop colour word test for cognition, were used. Bivariate correlation analysis was used to determine association between different variables. RESULTS Of the 702 subjects, 340(48.5%) were males and 362(51.7%) were females. The overall mean age was 21.84±1.73 years (range: 17-24 years), and mean body mass index was 22.12±3.6.Overall, 292 (41.8%) students were labelled as physically active and 410(58.8%) had sedentary lifestyle.Physi...
Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst allpopulation and particula... more Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst allpopulation and particularly among diseased population. Objectives: To determine prevalenceof depression among amputees after major traumas by using Beck Depression Inventory(BDI), in different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Methodology: A descriptive Crosssectional survey was done with a sample of 110 amputees of age between 15-60 years, indifferent hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The study duration was completed from 1stJune 2013 to 1st January 2014. Details of data were collected through structured questionnaire.Questionnaire contained causes responsible for this depression and Beck’s Inventory Score tomeasure level of depression. Results: According to the data analyzed results shows that outof 110 amputees 28(25.5%) were having no depression, 35(31.8%) were mildly depressed,16(14.5%) were borderline depressed, 14(12.7%) were moderately depressed, 8(7.3%) wereseverely depressed and 9 (8.2%) wer...
Science and religion have always been consideredas separate entities. Man’s thinking has alwaysbe... more Science and religion have always been consideredas separate entities. Man’s thinking has alwaysbeen very shallow, he never overthinks. The thingssaid 1400 years ago were never believed outsidethe Muslim world but now science is proving themright via logic. Religion is the key to soul and aperson can only be healthy when one is havinghealthy soul and eternal peace. Islam as a majorreligion followed by well over a billion people hasmade its impact very obvious in this aspect byalleviating physical and mental afflictions amongits followers. Advances in science and technologyhave fueled both our quest for knowledge and themechanisms available to obtain and retrieve it.One manifestation derived from these discoverieshas been our ability to engage new ways ofexploring Salat activity and its influence on ournervous system. Salat (prayer) performed byMuslim worshippers five times a day is secondpillar of Islam and is regarded as an essentialritual. Salat is spiritual and physical act in whe...
Objectives: The objective of the study was to determine the effects of static exercise program ve... more Objectives: The objective of the study was to determine the effects of static exercise program verses Swiss ball training for core muscles of the lower back and pelvic region in patients with low back pain after child delivery. Methods: This was a prospective single blind randomized control trial conducted on a sample of 30 patients with low back pain from March 2018to December 2018. Patients were divided into 2 groups through seal envelop method i.e. static core exercises group (n=15) and Swiss ball training group (n=15). The outcome measures used for this study were numeric pain rating scale (NPRS), Oswestry disability index (ODI), goniometry and Core stability assessment scale. Data was analyzed by SPSS 21. Results: The mean age of patients in static core exercises group was 28.38 ± 4.8 years and mean age of Swiss Ball training group was 29.57 ± 3.3 years. Between group analysis showed non-significant difference whereas within group analysis showed significant improvement at post...
Objective: To determine the effects of an exercise programme for core muscle strengthening in pat... more Objective: To determine the effects of an exercise programme for core muscle strengthening in patients with low back pain after caesarean section. Method: The single-blind randomised controlled trail was conducted from August 2018 to January 2019 at the Helping Hand for Relief and Development Comprehensive Rehabilitation Centre, Chakwal, Pakistan, and comprised post-caesarean section women aged 25-40 years with low back pain. Patients were randomised into supervised group I and unsupervised group II using the sealed envelope method. Group I received supervised core stability exercise programme, while group II received unsupervised, home-based core stability exercise programme. Baseline and post-intervention values were compared for numeric pain rating scale, Oswestry disability index, inclinometer and core stability assessment. Data was analysed using SPSS 21. Results: Of the 30 subjects, there were 15(50%) in each of the two groups. There was no significant difference at baseline b...
The aim of this study was to compare the effects of Half-Somersault and Brandt-Daroff exercises o... more The aim of this study was to compare the effects of Half-Somersault and Brandt-Daroff exercises on dizziness, fear of fall, and quality of life in patients with posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (PC-BPPV). This study was conducted from July 2020 to November 2020. A total of 20 patients were enrolled in the study, through sealed envelope method, and assigned to two groups, A and B (10 in each). Vestibular activity and participation measure and Fall Efficacy Scale (FES) were used. The mean age of the patients was 36.70±11.58 years. There was a significant (p=0.05) difference between the Vestibular activities and participation measure (VAP) score at post intervention and Fall Efficacy Scale (FES) (p<0.05) between the groups. Within group analysis showed significant results (p=0.01). This study concluded that both manoeuvers are significantly effective in the treatment of PC-BPPV, but patients treated with Brandt-Daroff exercises reported more improvement in terms ...
Foundation University Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences
Background: High cancer prevalence has been reported in Pakistan while concerning the multidiscip... more Background: High cancer prevalence has been reported in Pakistan while concerning the multidisciplinary management approach the substantial percentage of population needs physical rehabilitation facility. On individual basis physical therapists have reported certain hurdles and barriers in rehabilitating the cancer patients, however, there is no published evidence that highlights such barriers. Therefore, it is essential to recognize those barriers so that these could be managed and addressed effectively for future. Objectives: The study aimed to determine the barriers to physical therapy practice among cancer. Methods: This was a cross sectional survey and the total number of participants included in the study were 403. The sampling method used was non-probability convenience sampling technique. The duration of the study was 6 months. Study was conducted in these hospitals; CMH, NORI Cancer Hospital, Fauji Foundation, PIMS, Shifa International Hospital and Holy Family Hospital. Dat...
A prospective randomised control trial (RCT) was conducted in National Institute of Rehabilitatio... more A prospective randomised control trial (RCT) was conducted in National Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine (NIRM), Islamabad, on 40 children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (HCP). Children between the ages of four and12 years with ipsilateral, bilateral or severely asymmetrical impairments who had wrist extension (20°) and fingers flexion (10°) were included. The outcomes tools, Box and Block Test, Quality of Upper Extremity Skill Test, CP (Quality of Life) and Kid screen were used at baseline, mid- and post- treatment assessment. Both the treatment approaches (CCIMT AND MCIMT) equally improved upper limb motor functions and psychosocial life of the children with HCP. On Quest tool, results of dissociated movement were significant (p=0.021) and on CPQOL tool two domains (participation & physical health and family health) showed significant difference (p=0.042, p=0.025). But no significant difference was noted regarding other domains of the tools. The study concluded that both the tr...
To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related decline of co... more To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related decline of college students and to find the correlation between physical activity with cardiovascular deconditioning.
Objective: To compare 6-minute walk test with 3-minute step test for measuring functional enduran... more Objective: To compare 6-minute walk test with 3-minute step test for measuring functional endurance, to compare the level of exertion in each test and to determine which test is better choice to measure functional endurance in young individuals. Methodology: It was an analytical study using non probability purposive sampling completed at Railway General Hospital, Rawalpindi from September 2017 to January 2018. Total 600 participants completed procedure. Included participants had age between 20 to 40 years, males/females, not participating in exercise and free from diseases affecting their ability to participate. Each participant performed the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and three-minute step test (3MST) with a rest period of 60 minutes between two tests. Self-structured pro forma was used to record demographics, anthropometrics (weight and height) vitals (pulse rate, oxygen saturation and blood pressure) and rate of perceived exertion (RPE) before and after both tests. Results: Out of...
JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 2019
OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of manual traction, manual intervertebral foramen opening techni... more OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of manual traction, manual intervertebral foramen opening technique and combination of the two techniques in patients with cervical radiculopathy. METHODS The single-blind randomised control trial was conducted at Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, from July 2017 to January 2018, and comprised patients of either gender having unilateral upper extremity pain, paresthesia or numbness. The subjects were placed into groups I, II and III using sealed envelope method. Group I was treated with the opening of intervertebral foramen technique, while group II received manual traction of cervical spine, and group III received both techniques. Three sessions were conducted per week for 3 weeks. The outcome measures were neck disability index, Numeric pain rating scale, patient-specific functional scale, and range of motions of cervical spine. SPSS 21 was used for data analysis. RESULTS Of the 40 patients, 17(30%) were males and 23(70%) were females...
Objective: To determine the effects of core stability exercises on backache and quality of life o... more Objective: To determine the effects of core stability exercises on backache and quality of life of postmenopausal women. Method: The comparative study was conducted at the Department of Physical Therapy, Margalla General Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, from February to June 2018, and comprised post-menopausal woman aged 40-60 years having backache who were randomly divided into experimental group A and control group B. Group A underwent core stability exercises along with traditional therapy, while group B had traditional low backache physical therapy. Each participant was treated three days a week for 12 weeks. The outcome was assessed using the manual muscle testing numerical pain rating scale, Oswestry disability index and Utian quality of life scale at baseline, week 6 and week 12. Data was analysed using SPSS 21. Results: Of the 35 subjects initially enrolled, 24(68.5%) completed the study. Of them, 14(58.3%) cases were in group A and 10(41.6%) controls in group B. The overall ...
Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst all population and particul... more Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst all population and particularly among diseased population. Objectives: To determine prevalence of depression among amputees after major traumas by using Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), in different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Methodology: A descriptive Cross sectional survey was done with a sample of 110 amputees of age between 15-60 years, in different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The study duration was completed from 1st June 2013 to 1st January 2014. Details of data were collected through structured questionnaire. Questionnaire contained causes responsible for this depression and Beck's Inventory Score to measure level of depression. Results: According to the data analyzed results shows that out of 110 amputees 28(25.5%) were having no depression, 35(31.8%) were mildly depressed, 16(14.5%) were borderline depressed, 14(12.7%) were moderately depressed, 8(7.3%) were severely depressed a...
Salat activity along with task oriented approach is used as a treatment protocol in stroke rehabi... more Salat activity along with task oriented approach is used as a treatment protocol in stroke rehabilitation. The subject of this report was a 55-year-old woman who had acute ischemic stroke. She had dysarthria with left hemiparesis, hemi sensory loss, hemi neglect. Score on the NIH stroke scale was 21, indicating severe neurological deficit. She exhibited limitations of walking function, impaired balance and strength of upper and lower limb. For 8 weeks, she underwent a 5-day/week task oriented and Salat (prayer) activity repetition training comprises of 1 hour. After 8-weeks exercise program, major improvement occurred in overall body strength, balance, gait, walking endurance and functional mobility of the patient.
Objectives: To investigate the frequency of balance and proprioception deficitsin elderly populat... more Objectives: To investigate the frequency of balance and proprioception deficitsin elderly population of old homes of Twin cities of Pakistan and to find which lower limb joint ismost prone to proprioception loss. Study Design: Descriptive cross sectional design. Setting:Old homes of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Study Period: September 1st 2016 to 30th December2016. Material and Methods: A sample of 207 residents of old homes aged 60-85 years (mean69 ± 6.673) with 104 males (50.2%) and 103 females (49.8%) was recruited for this studyby Purposive, non-probability sampling technique. Short form 7-Item Berg Balance Scale,Romberg test, tandem walk test and forward reach test was used for balance assessment andJoint Position Matching tests was administered for proprioception. Data was analyzed on SPSSversion 20. Results: Dizziness was a common risk factor of falls (21%) and next was the visualimpairment (8.7%) in elderly population. Unmatched ratio in the Joint position matching wasthe highe...
For functional mobility sit to stand task is a prerequisite index. This study intended to investi... more For functional mobility sit to stand task is a prerequisite index. This study intended to investigate the correlation of sit to stand with balance and functional mobility of post stroke patients. Total 50 participants with informed consent having stroke either infarction or hemorrhagic, age bracket 30-70years, capable to walk under supervision, minimum 3 months had elapsed since the stroke, and able to communicate (score>24on Mini-Mental State Examination) were enrolled. The demographics were recorded and standardized assessment tool included, Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Time Up and Go Test (TUG), Five times Sit to stand test (FSTST), and Mini BES Test. The measurements were obtained after performance of FSTS test. The mean age of the patients was (54.5±9.83), with 40 (80%) male and 10(20%) female patients. Pearson product-moment correlations were computed among the different measures. Bivariate correlation showed strong association of these measures (FSTS, BBS, TUG &Mini BES Test)...
Task-oriented, activity repetition training brings a marked improvement in stroke individuals. Ma... more Task-oriented, activity repetition training brings a marked improvement in stroke individuals. Maximum repetitions of taskoriented training in stroke patients can be achieved easily in a therapy session. The subject of this report exhibited limitations of walking function, impaired balance, and strength of the upper and lower limbs. Task-oriented activity repetition training (ART) was performed by the patient for 5 days a week consisting of 60 minutes with maximum repetitions for 6 weeks. There was a gradual increase in repetitions per session and after 6-week exercise programme, overall body strength, balance, gait velocity, walking endurance, and functional mobility of the patient was improved remarkably.
Objectives: To explore the best available treatment for Bells palsy in comparison of Kabat verse... more Objectives: To explore the best available treatment for Bells palsy in comparison of Kabat verses taping techniques. Methodology: This randomized control trial was conducted in Riphah Rehab and Research Centre at Pakistan General Railway Hospital, Rawalpindi from March 1 to September 1, 2015. The purposive sampling technique was used and 20 patients of Bells palsy were assigned to two groups randomly by sealed envelope method. Patients were in age range 20-50 years and had no other neurological deficit. PNF group (n=10) received Kabat Exercises with conventional physiotherapy treatment and Taping group (n=10) received combined Kinesio Taping with conventional physiotherapy for 5 days a week for total 5 weeks. The demographics were recorded at baseline and at the end of intervention. Standardized assessment tools included House Brackmann Scale Qualitative Version, Facial disability Index and Synkinesis assessment questionnaire. Results: The mean age of patients was 38.20±12.22 year...
OBJECTIVE To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related dec... more OBJECTIVE To determine the association between physical activity and cognition in age-related decline of college students and to find the correlation between physical activity with cardiovascular deconditioning. METHODS The analytical cross-sectional study was conducted from January 1 to May 1, 2017, in different medical and engineering colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad in Pakistan.Data was collected through non-probability purposive sampling method. Demographic data was recorded and standardized assessment tools, including physical activity index and stroop colour word test for cognition, were used. Bivariate correlation analysis was used to determine association between different variables. RESULTS Of the 702 subjects, 340(48.5%) were males and 362(51.7%) were females. The overall mean age was 21.84±1.73 years (range: 17-24 years), and mean body mass index was 22.12±3.6.Overall, 292 (41.8%) students were labelled as physically active and 410(58.8%) had sedentary lifestyle.Physi...
Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst allpopulation and particula... more Depression has been estimated to have an increased prevalence amongst allpopulation and particularly among diseased population. Objectives: To determine prevalenceof depression among amputees after major traumas by using Beck Depression Inventory(BDI), in different hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Methodology: A descriptive Crosssectional survey was done with a sample of 110 amputees of age between 15-60 years, indifferent hospitals of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The study duration was completed from 1stJune 2013 to 1st January 2014. Details of data were collected through structured questionnaire.Questionnaire contained causes responsible for this depression and Beck’s Inventory Score tomeasure level of depression. Results: According to the data analyzed results shows that outof 110 amputees 28(25.5%) were having no depression, 35(31.8%) were mildly depressed,16(14.5%) were borderline depressed, 14(12.7%) were moderately depressed, 8(7.3%) wereseverely depressed and 9 (8.2%) wer...
Science and religion have always been consideredas separate entities. Man’s thinking has alwaysbe... more Science and religion have always been consideredas separate entities. Man’s thinking has alwaysbeen very shallow, he never overthinks. The thingssaid 1400 years ago were never believed outsidethe Muslim world but now science is proving themright via logic. Religion is the key to soul and aperson can only be healthy when one is havinghealthy soul and eternal peace. Islam as a majorreligion followed by well over a billion people hasmade its impact very obvious in this aspect byalleviating physical and mental afflictions amongits followers. Advances in science and technologyhave fueled both our quest for knowledge and themechanisms available to obtain and retrieve it.One manifestation derived from these discoverieshas been our ability to engage new ways ofexploring Salat activity and its influence on ournervous system. Salat (prayer) performed byMuslim worshippers five times a day is secondpillar of Islam and is regarded as an essentialritual. Salat is spiritual and physical act in whe...
Objectives: The objective of the study was to determine the effects of static exercise program ve... more Objectives: The objective of the study was to determine the effects of static exercise program verses Swiss ball training for core muscles of the lower back and pelvic region in patients with low back pain after child delivery. Methods: This was a prospective single blind randomized control trial conducted on a sample of 30 patients with low back pain from March 2018to December 2018. Patients were divided into 2 groups through seal envelop method i.e. static core exercises group (n=15) and Swiss ball training group (n=15). The outcome measures used for this study were numeric pain rating scale (NPRS), Oswestry disability index (ODI), goniometry and Core stability assessment scale. Data was analyzed by SPSS 21. Results: The mean age of patients in static core exercises group was 28.38 ± 4.8 years and mean age of Swiss Ball training group was 29.57 ± 3.3 years. Between group analysis showed non-significant difference whereas within group analysis showed significant improvement at post...
Objective: To determine the effects of an exercise programme for core muscle strengthening in pat... more Objective: To determine the effects of an exercise programme for core muscle strengthening in patients with low back pain after caesarean section. Method: The single-blind randomised controlled trail was conducted from August 2018 to January 2019 at the Helping Hand for Relief and Development Comprehensive Rehabilitation Centre, Chakwal, Pakistan, and comprised post-caesarean section women aged 25-40 years with low back pain. Patients were randomised into supervised group I and unsupervised group II using the sealed envelope method. Group I received supervised core stability exercise programme, while group II received unsupervised, home-based core stability exercise programme. Baseline and post-intervention values were compared for numeric pain rating scale, Oswestry disability index, inclinometer and core stability assessment. Data was analysed using SPSS 21. Results: Of the 30 subjects, there were 15(50%) in each of the two groups. There was no significant difference at baseline b...
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