Is The Unaffected Side Of Stroke Patients Actually Normal?

ABSTRACT

Objective: The aim of the study was to find how affected is the unaffected side of stroke population. Methods: 20 participants were recruited who met the inclusion criteria of more than 3-month first time unilateral both male and female stroke patients of age group 40-60 years were assessed and evaluated for the 3 parameters using grip dynamometer, peg board and reaction time machine respectively and compared it to the normal healthy age, gender and dominance matched individuals. Results: The unaffected side of stroke patients was significantly affected in gross motor strength, fine motor dexterity, reaction time audio and visual when compared to normal population. Conclusion: There are significant motor deficits seen in the unaffected side of stroke patients.