Hemiplegia is one of the most common sequelae of stroke. Stroke is the leading cause of disability in adults all around the world. Stroke survivors can suffer several neurological impairments and deficits which have an important impact on patient's quality of life and which increase the costs for health and social services. After stroke, impairments in ADLs and functional status, deterioration in health related quality of life can be seen. The purpose of this study is to Determine the effect of Aerobic exercise training on Balance, Walking capacity and quality of life in sub-acute stroke.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
50
All the participants underwent 5 weeks of High intensity interval training.
Akhtar Saeed Hospital
Lahore, Pakistan
6 Minute walk Test
To determine the cardiorespiratory fitness of individual after sub-acute stroke.
Time frame: 5 weeks
Berg Balance test and rating scale
The scale is used to determine the Balance and stability of patient. Total score of the scale is 56. A score of \< 45 indicates individuals may be at greater risk of falling.
Time frame: 5 weeks
Stroke Impact scale
The scale is used to measure the impairment and quality of life after stroke. The scale consists of 8 domains. In this study, only 4 domains related to hand function ,strength, mobility and Activity of daily living were used.The maximum score is 140.
Time frame: 5 weeks
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