Comparison between the Effects of Task Oriented Training Program and Balance Training On Improving Balance in Stroke Patients

Background and purpose: Difficulty to maintain balance in stroke patients on their daily living activities is of major challenge. Our study aims to compare the effects of task oriented training program and balance training on improving balance in stroke patients. Methods: A sample of 30 patients within the age group of 40-65 years with Stroke were randomly divided into two groups, Group A(n=15) and a group B (n=15).The subjects in the group A is treated with Task oriented training program and the subjects in the group B is treated with balance training. The subjects balance is measured by Berg Balance Scale and Performance oriented Mobility Assessment before and after completion of six months of treatment program. Results: After six months of treatment there is a significant difference in both Group A and Group B. When the mean changes between the groups are compared there is more improvement in Group A in compared to Group B. Conclusion: The 6 months exercise program shows that Task oriented training program was more effective in improving balance in Stroke.