Jurnal Kesehatan
Vol 16 No 3 (2025): Jurnal Kesehatan

Tactile Stimulation and Active-Assisted Exercise on Motor Function and Functional Ability of Upper Extremity in Post-Stroke Patients

Ekasari, Fahma Yulinda (Unknown)
Kusumawati, Prima Dewi (Unknown)
Widyowati, Agustin (Unknown)
Layla, Siti Farida Noor (Unknown)
Anggraini, Novita Ana (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Dec 2025

Abstract

Post-stroke sensorimotor disorders are the leading cause of long-term disability in adults. The purpose of this research was to analyze the combined effect of tactile stimulation and active-assisted exercise on upper-extremity motor function and functional activity in post-stroke patients at Physio Dahsyat Home Care. A Quasi-Experimental Design was used with purposive sampling. Thirty participants were divided into two groups: Group A, a combination of tactile stimulation and active assisted exercise; and Group B, electrical stimulation and PNF. The average scores of FMA-UE and CAHAI-8 in Group A were 16.33 to 60.13 and 14.80 to 52.73. In Group B, the average score was 13.40 to 48.07 and 13.40 to 44.87. Paired t-tests showed p-values<0.001 for both Group A and Group B, indicating a significant effect in both groups. An independent test showed a significant. <0.001, indicating a comparison of the impact on motor function and functional activity of the upper extremity. The highest average scores for motor function and functional activity in Group A were 60.13 and 52.73. A combination of tactile stimulation and active-assisted exercise was more effective, leading to increased muscle strength through motor unit activation; the more motor units involved, the greater the increase in muscle strength.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JK

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Public Health

Description

Jurnal Kesehatan published by Politeknik Kesehatan Tanjungkarang with professional organizations (PTGI, PATELKI, PERSAGI, PPNI, IBI, HAKLI, PAFI, PPGI). It contains writings drawn from research and non-research, critical analytical studies in health areas. This journal was first published in April ...