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NCT Number: NCT05597696

Sitting Balance in Lower Limb Amputees

The aim of this study is to compare the sitting and standing postural stability of transfemoral individuals with healthy individuals with similar demographic characteristics.

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Key information

Conditions

Amputation Traumatic Amputation of Lower Extremity

Age range

18 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Ankara, Samanpazarı, 06100, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Postural stability is important for amputees to perform daily life activities and participate in social activities. The aim of this study is to compare the sitting and standing stability of transfemoral individuals with healthy individuals with similar demographic characteristics. A force platform was used to measure the postural stability of individuals. The sitting limits of stability of the participants were recorded in cm. Amputees between the ages of 18-50, using their prosthesis for at least 6 months, and healthy individuals with similar demographic characteristics were included in the study. Congenital amputees, individuals with bilateral lower extremity amputations, and individuals with central or peripheral vestibular disorders were excluded. Our study will reveal the importance of sitting stability limits in the evaluation and treatment of amputees.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

for amputee:

  • Unilateral transfemoral amputation
  • Using their prosthesis for at least 6 months

Exclusion criteria

  • congenital amputee
  • Bilateral lower extremity amputation
  • Central or peripheral vestibular disorders

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

  1. Limits of stability

    Time frame: 15 minutes

    Limits of stability test evaluates dynamic balance of participants. Computerized balance system measured limits of stability for forward, backward, right and left side movements in sitting. It calculates the maximum distance a person can lean without losing balance. The unit of measure is centimeters. The higher value is indicated the better balance.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Hacettepe University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Evaluation of Sitting Balance in Lower Limb Amputees: a Case Control Study

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2023
First posted
Oct 28, 2022
Registry last updated
Oct 12, 2023

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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