Chronic Stroke Patients
Conditions
Keywords
Cognitive Impairment, Chronic Stroke, Gait Balance
Brief summary
This study aims to investigate the relationship between cognitive impairment and gait balance in individuals with chronic stroke. Using the IQCODE and a balance assessment system, the study evaluates how post-stroke cognitive decline may influence stability and motor control. The findings will support better rehabilitation strategies tailored to cognitive function.
Detailed description
Cognitive and motor impairments are common consequences of stroke, but they are often treated separately. A growing body of evidence suggests a potential link between cognitive function and physical performance, including balance and gait. This prospective, cross-sectional study investigates the relationship between post-stroke cognitive impairment and gait balance in chronic stroke survivors. Participants will undergo cognitive evaluation using the Informant Questionnaire on Cognitive Decline in the Elderly (IQCODE), and gait balance will be assessed through center of pressure velocity with eyes open and closed. The goal is to identify whether cognitive decline is associated with impaired balance performance and to explore the influence of age, stroke type, and duration on these outcomes.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Majmaah University
Islam Hassan Fayed
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
25 Years to 75 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Adults aged 25-75 years * Diagnosed with chronic stroke (≥6 months post-stroke) * Able to stand independently for testing * Capable of completing assessments or has an informant available for IQCODE
Exclusion criteria
* Severe visual, vestibular, or musculoskeletal impairments * History of other neurological disorders * Acute illness or uncontrolled medical condition * Inability to follow instructions or complete cognitive/balance assessments
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Correlation between IQCODE scores and center of pressure velocity (eyes open) | At baseline (single session) | Assess the relationship between cognitive impairment and balance control by comparing IQCODE scores with center of pressure velocity during quiet standing with eyes open. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Correlation between IQCODE scores and center of pressure velocity (eyes closed) | At baseline (single session) | Assess the relationship between cognitive impairment and postural control by comparing IQCODE scores with center of pressure velocity during quiet standing with eyes closed. |
Outcome results
None listed