Knee arthroplasty. Presence of artificial knee joint
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention group: Use a heel lift based on leg length discrepancy of each person for half an hour..
Sponsors
Iran University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: At least six months have passed since the joint replacement Knee arthroplasty in one side Structural shortening of the limb more than 20 mm Ability to walk without a cane or assistive devices
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: History of fracture, orthopedic or neurological injury in the lower limb professional athlete Existence of any deformity or disorder in the lower limb other than structural shortening History of damage to the vestibular system or brain damage, specific visual impairment that affects a person's daily activities Taking medications that have a significant effect on a person's nervous system and balance
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Mobility based on Timed up and go test. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Timed up and go test.;Balance based on berg balance scale. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Berg balance scale. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactBehshid Farahmand
Iran University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed