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Background: Balance impairment is a major concern in stroke rehabilitation. Loss of proprioception in the affected limb significantly impacts motor learning and balance re-education. While strength and functional training are commonly emphasized in rehabilitation, proprioception training may further enhance balance recovery. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of proprioceptive training in improving balance in stroke patients. Objective: Numerous reports advocate that training of the proprioceptive training is a viable for improving Balance. However, there is little agreement of what constitutes proprioceptive training and how effective it is. We therefore conducted a systematic review of the available literature in order to provide clarity to the notion of training the proprioceptive system to improve balance in stroke patients. Methodology: Major databases like PubMed, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate were used in a thorough search. We examined and analysed studies from 2015 to 2025 that focused on proprioception training for stroke patients. 6 studies out of 10 publications met all the requirements and were chosen for additional review. Result: Stroke was the most common disorder studied for Proprioceptive training. However most of the articles showed improvement Balance after Proprioceptive training in Stroke patients. Discussion: The findings of this systematic review suggest that proprioceptive training is a highly effective intervention for improving balance in stroke patients. These exercises enhance neuromuscular control, postural stability, and mobility by stimulating sensory feedback mechanisms and proprioceptors in muscles and joints. Techniques such as unstable surface training, mental imagery, weight-shifting drills, and integration with thermal therapy, kinesio taping, or motor imagery have shown strong outcomes in both subacute and chronic stroke populations. However, variations in training protocols highlight the need for standardization and long-term research to confirm sustained benefits. Conclusion: The findings suggest that proprioception training plays a significant role in improving balance in stroke patients. Incorporating proprioception-based interventions into rehabilitation programs can enhance functional recovery and overall stability in this population. Keywords: Proprioceptive Training, Balance Improvement, Stroke Rehabilitation.