Efficacy of Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) on Trunk Balance and Gait in Individuals with Traumatic Incomplete Paraplegia

Description

This dataset is derived from a pilot randomized controlled trial investigating the efficacy of pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) on trunk balance and gait parameters in individuals with traumatic incomplete paraplegia (neurological level below T6). The study included 12 participants (n = 6 experimental group; n = 6 control group) aged 20–40 years with chronic traumatic incomplete paraplegia (≥6 months post-injury, ASIA grade C or D). The experimental group received pelvic PNF techniques (anterior elevation–posterior depression pattern in side-lying using rhythmic initiation) in addition to conventional physiotherapy, while the control group received only conventional physiotherapy. The intervention was conducted for 4 weeks, with 3 sessions per week, each lasting 45–60 minutes. Outcome measures included the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go Test (TUG), 3-Meter Walk Test (3MWT), Modified Functional Reach Test (MFRT), and Functional Gait Assessment (FGA). Data were collected at baseline and after completion of the intervention. The dataset contains anonymized participant data, including demographic details, clinical characteristics, and pre- and post-intervention outcome scores. This dataset may be used for research, academic, and educational purposes related to neurorehabilitation, spinal cord injury, and physiotherapy interventions. No personally identifiable information is included in this dataset to ensure participant confidentiality.

Institutions

• Lovely Professional University

  Punjab, Phagwāra

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