Effect of libra balance board exercises on dynamic balance in stroke subjects : A randomized clinical trial

Abstract

Background: Stroke survivors are more prone for sensorimotor impairments such as static as well as dynamic balance which further results in physical disabilities, striking a major socioeconomic burden on the family and society, if the goals of the rehabilitation are inappropriate. Aim: To compare the effect of Libra balance board exercises on dynamic balance in sub-acute and chronic stroke subjects. Setting and design: This experimental study was carried out at a tertiary care hospital. Materials and methods: This study included 17 individuals with sub-acute and chronic stroke with 40 to 65 years of age group. All the patients were recruited using the Brunnstrom Voluntary control grades 3 to 5.Intervention included Libra Balance Board exercises for 30 minutes, 5 sessions per week over a period of 4 weeks.Patients were assessed at baseline using BBS and ABC and reassessed after 4 weeks. Statistical Analysis: SPSS Version 23 was used. Mean, Standard deviation, paired and unpaired t Testand Wilcoxon sign-rank test were used. Results: There was a statistically significant change in both the outcome but Berg balance score showed more improvement with p value <0.05. Conclusion: Libra balance board exercises were beneficial in the enhancement of dynamic balance in subjects with sub-acute and chronic stroke.