Neuromuscular electrical stimulation in post-concussion athletes

Effect of vestibular exercise program with neuromuscular electrical stimulation on balance and gait recovery in post concussion combat sports athletes. - NIL

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 3

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2024/12/078268

Enrollment

Registered

2024-12-18

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2025-02-03

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: S060- Concussion

Interventions

Intervention1: NMES + Vestibular Exercise Group (Experimental Group): Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) enhances muscle activation and neuromuscular re-education. NMES Therapy: a) Quadri

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Athletes aged 18-35 years. 2. Diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome lasting more than 2 weeks. 3. Exhibiting balance and gait disturbances confirmed by clinical assessment. 4. Cleared for participation in exercise therapy by a healthcare professional.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Athletes with pre-existing vestibular disorders unrelated to concussion. 2. Athletes with contraindications for NMES (e.g., pacemaker, skin conditions). 3. Concurrent orthopedic injuries affecting lower limbs. 4. History of neurological conditions other than concussion (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis)

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Balance,GaitTimepoint: Baseline, Post Fourth week	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
NILTimepoint: NIL	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Jasobanta Sethi

Department of Physiotherapy, Amity Institute of Health Allied Sciences

jsethi@amity.edu09988600462

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026