Topic: Stroke
Conditions
Interventions
Subjects will attend a modified (informed by phase I and II) CR programme and is likely to include a modified warm up, functional exercise training and cool down, two times a week for six weeks.
Sponsors
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UK)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. They will be aged over 18 years of age. 2. They will have suffered from a stroke or Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) resulting in mild to moderate disability (NIHSS < 15). This means that they could have visual problems, facial palsy, movement problems in their arm and leg, uncoordinated movement and sensory problems. 3. They will be in the subacute phase of recovery, that is, at least one week after their stroke or TIA up to four months post stroke or TIA. 4. They will not have receptive communication or cognitive deficits, this means they can fully understand and consent to the trial. 5. They will be able to walk 10 metres, with help of another person or walking aid if necessary.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: All Parts: Cannotgive informed consent and do not speak English. Part III (Validity study) and Part IV (Cohort study): Heart disease class III and upwards (NYHA Classification), angina on exercise, Class C or D exercise risk (ACSM), uncontrolled arrhythmias and poorly controlled hypertension.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Effectiveness of adapted cardiac rehabilitation for subacute stroke patients | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Not provided at time of registration | — |
Countries
England, United Kingdom
Outcome results
None listed