Proprioceptive Postural Control and Diaphragm Paresis

KU Leuven

Overview

Proprioceptive weighting changes may explain differences in postural control performance. In addition, the respiratory movement has a disturbing effect on postural balance. Postural balance seems to be impaired in individuals with respiratory disorders. Increased risk of falling is reported in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Besides the essential role of respiration, the diaphragm may also play an important role in the control of the trunk and postural balance. The aim of the study is to clarify whether proprioceptive postural control is impaired in individuals with diaphragm paresis.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Proprioceptive Postural Control Respiratory Disorders Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 70 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria individuals with diaphragm paresis: * Age: 18-70 years old * Unilateral or bilateral diaphragm paresis following paresis of phrenic nerve * Willingness to sign the informed consent Inclusion Criteria healthy controls: * Age: 18-70 years old * Spirometry: FEV1/FVC ≥ 0.7 and FEV1 \> 80% * Willingness to sign the informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of major trauma and/or major orthopedic surgery of the spine, the pelvis or the lower quadrant * One of the following conditions: Parkinson, multiple sclerosis, stroke, history of vestibular disorder * Respiratory disorder other than diaphragm paresis * Recent diagnosis of cancer * Significant cardiovascular comorbidity

Locations (1)

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Proprioceptive postural control

Center of pressure displacement (force plate) in standing in response to local muscle vibration on ankle and back muscles to specifically detect the role of proprioception in postural control.

Time frame: 1 year

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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