Stroke
Conditions
Brief summary
This study aims to determine the effect of a supervised home-based physical fitness program on the aerobic capacity, quality of gait and health related quality of life in people with chronic ischemic stroke. Secondly, feasibility of the program for implementing a long term lifestyle change will be investigated.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALHome base stroke rehabilitation
The intervention consists of physiotherapy exercises targeting functional and physical capacity.
Sponsors
Anton De Kom University
VU University of Amsterdam
KU Leuven
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* ability to give informed consent * ability to understand measurement procedures defined as MMSE \>24 * last stroke \>6 months ago * mild to moderate stroke deficit defined by Fugl Meyer test score of 27 to 90 for upper and lower extremities * FAC ≥3 * medical clearance to participate in a moderate exercise program * living at home and having a minimum of 5 stairs at home
Exclusion criteria
* serious cardiac condition * other serious end organ damage * other neurological deficits leading to disability * uncontrolled blood pressure (systolic pressure \>140, diastolic pressure \>90)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in peak oxygen uptake | 4 weeks, 8 weeks and 5 months after start of rehabilitation |
Countries
Suriname
Outcome results
None listed