Authors : Minaketan Adhikari; Harsha J.

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26May203

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Abstract : Background: Individuals with Chronic Stroke often struggle with sitting dynamic balance, which is crucial for performing daily activities such as transferring, dressing, and feeding. Impaired sitting balance can significantly impact their ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks, compromising their independence and quality of life. Mirror therapy is a novel approach, has shown promising improvement in motor function. This study investigates the effectiveness of mirror therapy on sitting dynamic balance skills in chronic stroke patients, with the potential to enhance their ability to perform ADL tasks and regain independence in daily life.  Method: A quasi-experimental ( Single group Pre and Post-test ) study design was conducted. Stroke patients aged 35-65 years were screened and then selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria with convenient sampling method. Over the course of 12 weeks, a single group will receive an intervention would be carried out for 20 minutes of each session, twice a week.  Results: The collected data were analyzed statistically using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 29. An independent samples t-test was applied to compare the outcomes between groups. The findings showed a statistically significant difference in the overall pre- and post-intervention scores between the control and experimental groups. A significant improvement (p < 0.05) was also observed in sitting dynamic balance when comparing the two groups. These results indicate that mirror therapy was effective in enhancing sitting dynamic balance abilities in individuals with chronic stroke.  Conclusion: This study demonstrates the effectiveness of mirror therapy in improving sitting dynamic balance skills among patients with chronic stroke. It highlights the potential of mirror therapy as a valuable adjunct to traditional rehabilitation approaches.

Keywords : Chronic Stroke ,Sitting Dynamic Balance ,Mirror Therapy.

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