Abstract
Background: Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide, resulting in significant physicalimpairments, including hemiparesis and loss of motor control. Rehabilitation plays a crucial role in aiding strokepatients’ recovery, and various approaches have been used to improve their functional abilities. Two widelypracticed methods are Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) exercises and focused regimen programs.Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of PNF exercises and focused regimen programs in improving motorfunction, mobility and quality of life in stroke patients.Materials and Methods: The total of 30 subjects with acute stroke were taken from Saicharan physio Center-Arakkonam. The subjects are selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria The intervention was given for 6weeks. The entire process was performed from November 2022 to February 2023.Result: According to the statistical analysis, PNF exercises revealed significant in improving both balance andquality of life measures for acute stroke patients compared to focused regimen program.Conclusion: This study finally concluded that the PNF exercises has a high impact in improving both balance andmay enhance neuroplasticity.
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