Health Condition 1: G00-G99- Diseases of the nervous system
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Reverse walking: Reverse walking, also known as retro-walking or backward walking, involves
walking in a direction opposite to the normal forward progression[11]. This
form of locomot
Sponsors
SPES Super Speciality Hospital
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Adults aged 18 years or older. 2. Individuals diagnosed with a stroke, either ischemic or haemorrhagic. 3. The stroke event occurred at least 6 months before the study. 4. Participants with mild to moderate impairments in balance and gait, as determined by standardized assessment tools (e.g., Berg Balance Scale, Timed Up and Go test). 5. Able to walk independently or with minimal assistance (e.g., assistive devices such as canes or walkers). 6. Medically stable and cleared for participation in physical activities by a healthcare professional. 7. Willingness to participate in a structured reverse walking training program for the duration of the study. 8. Ability to follow instructions and provide informed consent for participation.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Severe cognitive impairments or inability to understand and follow instructions necessary for the reverse walking training program. 2. Severe physical disabilities or comorbidities that prevent participation in physical activities or the reverse walking training program. 3. Uncontrolled medical conditions that may pose a risk during the training program (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, cardiac conditions). 4. Recent history of lower extremity surgery or injury that may affect balance or gait performance. 5. History of other neurological conditions or impairments that may significantly influence balance or gait abilities, independent of the stroke diagnosis. 6. Presence of unhealed wounds or skin ulcers that may be aggravated or worsened during the training program. 7. Pregnancy, as the training program may pose potential risks to the participant and the unborn child. 8. Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent for participation.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Functional Balance Improvement: Measure: Berg Balance Scale (BBS) Criteria: Changes in BBS scores from baseline to post-intervention.Timepoint: baseline, 4 weeks & 8 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Long-Term Effects: Comparison with Conventional Rehabilitation:Implications for Rehabilitation Protocols: Timepoint: baseline, 4 weeks & 8 weeks | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactShivam Yadav
AMITY UNIVERSITY
Outcome results
None listed