Health Condition 1: I699- Sequelae of unspecified cerebrovascular diseases
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: High Intensity Interval Training: Participants in the intervention group will undergo a treadmill-based high intensity interval training (HIIT) program under the supervision of a qualif
Sponsors
Sharda University
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Stroke survivors aged 40 to 75 years. Medically stable with vital signs within acceptable range and cleared by a physician for participation in exercise. In the subacute or chronic phase of stroke recovery (at least three months post stroke). Able to walk independently or with a walking aid for at least ten meters Not enrolled in any structured exercise program during the past twelve months. Able to understand and follow simple instructions (Mini Mental State Examination score more than 24 if applicable). Provided written informed consent. Passed pre exercise cardiovascular screening (resting heart rate less than 100 beats per minute and resting blood pressure less than 160 over 100 millimetres of mercury).
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Cognitive impairment or inability to provide informed consent. Clinically unstable patients such as those with fluctuating blood pressure, active infection, or unstable neurological status. History of fainting or loss of consciousness during exertion in the past twelve months. Recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina, or cardiac surgery within the past three months. Uncontrolled high blood pressure at rest defined as systolic blood pressure 160 millimetres of mercury or more and or diastolic blood pressure 100 millimetres of mercury or more. Severe heart or lung disease such as decompensated heart failure, severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or unstable arrhythmias. Severe orthopedic or neurological problems that prevent safe exercise, such as non weight bearing fractures or severe spasticity. Severe psychiatric illness that interferes with participation. Pregnancy. Any other condition considered unsafe for high intensity exercise by the physiotherapist or physician.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Resting heart rate Heart rate recovery after exercise Functional capacity measured using six-minute walk testTimepoint: Baseline (before intervention) After four weeks of intervention | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Body composition measured by standard methods Health related quality of lifeTimepoint: Baseline (before intervention) After four weeks of intervention | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Saima Zaki
Sharda University
Outcome results
None listed