Gait. Gait
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Task-Oriented Circuit Training is a useful approach to improve balance and gait function for those having a fear of falling and abnormal gait pattern. The TOCT is based on workstations
Sponsors
Riphah International University Faisalabad
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age of participants 60 or more Have fallen at least once in the last 12 months Taking more than 15 s, or needing support, in the timed up-and-go (TUG) test Both genders Identified as medium fall risk on BBS (21-40)/56
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Cognitive decline that prevents the patient from understanding the assessment, vestibular rehabilitation exercises, and granting informed consent Balance disorders caused by conditions other than age (neurologic, vestibular, etc.) Organic conditions that prevent standing on two feet, which is necessary for a complete postural assessment and performance of vestibular rehabilitation exercises.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Balance. Timepoint: Before Intervention and 6 weeks after intervention. Method of measurement: Timed Up-and-Go (TUG) Test.;Gait. Timepoint: Before Intervention and 6 weeks after intervention. Method of measurement: Dynamic Gait Index.;Fear of falling. Timepoint: Before Intervention and 6 weeks after intervention. Method of measurement: Falls Efficacy Scale-International ( FES-I). | — |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Public ContactDr Vishal Sana
Riphah International University Faisalabad
Outcome results
None listed