Task-oriented Progressive Resistance Strength Training and Balance Exercises on Lower Limb in Individuals With Stroke
Condition: Stroke
MeSH terms: Stroke
Study type: Interventional

Summary: 
      Stroke is ranked as the number fifth cause of death and a main cause of disability in the
      United States. It affects the arteries which supply blood to and within the brain. If the
      blood supply to the brain is disrupted, it will not be able to receive oxygen and the
      nutrients which are transported by those arteries. This leads to the death of brain cells
      having a magnificent effect on the function of that part.
    

Detailed description: 
      This study was quasi-experimental trial, to compare the effectiveness of Progressive
      Resistive Strength Exercises and Balance Exercises in subjects with Stroke. Subjects with
      Stroke meeting the predetermined inclusion & exclusion criteria were divided into two groups
      using lottery method. Pre assessment was done using Berg Balance Scale, Fugl Meyer Assessment
      - Lower Extremity and Step Test.

      Subjects in one group were treated with Progressive Resistive Strength Training and other
      group was treated with Balance training. Each subject received 12 treatment sessions, with 03
      treatment sessions per week. Results were recorded at the end of 3rd, 6th, 9th and 12th
      treatment sessions. Recorded values were analysed using SPSS.
    

Intervention name(s): Task orientated strengthening training; Balance training exercises
Intervention type(s): Other; Other
Intervention description(s): Standing and reaching in different directions for objects located beyond arm's length to promote loading of the lower limbs and activation of lower limb muscles;
Sit-to-stand from various chair heights to strengthen the lower limb extensor muscles;
Stepping forward and backward onto blocks of various heights to strengthen the lower limb muscles;
Stepping sideways onto blocks of various heights to strengthen the lower limb muscles;
forward step-up onto blocks of various heights to strengthen the lower limb muscles;
heel(s) raise and lower while maintaining in a standing posture to strengthen the plantar- flexor muscles.
Each workstation was 5 min in duration for each exercise class. Each subject participated in a one-to-one therapy.; Stepping forward, backward, and sideways on the exercise step;
Stepping over blocks of various heights;
Standing up from a chair, walking four steps forward, performing a bilateral stool touch and walking backwards to the chair;
Standing up from a chair, walking four steps forward, turning to the right, stepping over the exercise step, turning to the right again and walking forwards to the chair (repeat the exercise circuit in opposite direction);
From a sitting position on a 65-cm Swiss ball, performing a range of motion and balance exercises (forward and backward rolling of the
Arms; bending the trunk forward and side to side);
Performing double-legged stance for 10 s;
Performing tandem stance for 10 s;
Rising from a chair without the use of the arms;
Walking forward and backward with a tandem walking pattern (toes of one foot touching the heel of the foot in front);
Performing single- legged stance for 10 s.
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Double (Participant, Outcomes Assessor)
Primary purpose: Treatment
Keywords: Balance; progressive resistance strength training