Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) Stroke
Conditions
Interventions
A 5-week perturbation-based training program using the Radboud Falls Simulator
(RFS), based on the existing literature on balance perturbations after stroke.
This program will train sustaining singl
Sponsors
Universitair Medisch Centrum Sint Radboud
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: In order to be eligible to participate in this study, a subject must meet all of the following criteria: - Having sustained a stroke more than 6 months ago and having completed post-acute rehabilitation - Having the capacity to stand and walk *independently* as defined by a Functional Ambulation Categories (FAC) scores 4 or 5 - Aged 18 till 75 years
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - Other neurological or musculoskeletal conditions affecting balance - Conditions in which physical exercise is contra-indicated - Use of psychotropic drugs or other medication negatively affecting balance - Severe cognitive problems (mini mental state examination (MMSE)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Because this study is designed to provide *proof of principle*, the primary outcome measure is related to the efficacy of the stepping responses. Centre of mass (CoM) displacement and step length during perturbations on the Radboud Falls Simulator will be compared between the intervention group and the usual care group. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secundary outcomes will be foot postioning, leg angle and force during stepping reactions after balance perturbations on the Radboud Falls Simulator. In addition we will compare the intervention and the usual-care group on the following functional tests: Berg Balance Scale, Trunk Impairment Scale, Timed Up&Go, Ten Meter Walking Test en Activity-Balance Confidence Scale. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed