Trunk Control and Extremity Functions in Stroke

November 22, 2023 updated by: Zekiye İpek KATIRCI KIRMACI, Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University

The Relationship of Trunk Control With Balance, Upper Extremity and Lower Extremity Functions in Stroke Patients

The trunk is the key point of the body. Proximal trunk control is essential for distal extremity movements, balance and functional activities. The aim of the study is to examine the relationship of trunk control with balance, upper extremity and lower extremity functions in stroke patients.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in developed countries after heart disease and cancer. In adults, it ranks first among neurological diseases in terms of causing death and disability.

About one-third of stroke patients experience permanent physical dysfunction. This situation has a negative impact on the economic, social, psychological life and general quality of life of the patient and his family. Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability in adults due to problems such as activity limitations and participation restrictions caused by disorders in body functions . At this point, rehabilitation in stroke patients has an important place in ensuring the social participation of the patient and minimizing the disorders.

When the literature is examined, it is stated that the best functional results are revealed by a good postural control. Because the trunk is the key point of the body. Proximal trunk control is essential for distal extremity movements, balance and functional activities. It provides trunk control, static and dynamic posture, upright posture of the body, and selective trunk movements .

There are many treatment approaches to increase trunk stabilization. Gaining early trunk control is one of the basic principles of Bobath, which adopts the neurodevelopmental behavior model from neurophysiological approaches.

In recent years, core stabilization exercises, which play an active role in trunk stabilization, have started to be included in the rehabilitation program of stroke patients. Haruyama et al. demonstrated the effectiveness of core stabilization exercises on trunk control, standing, and mobility. This study also indicated the importance of trunk stabilization in balance and mobility (5).

Trunk control means more than just sitting balance. Organization of postural and correction reactions, stability required for the creation of extremity movements, rotation, appropriate gait pattern, proximal stabilization to contribute to distal movement, establishment of the connection between shoulder and pelvis are provided by good trunk control. The trunk, which makes up 60% of our body mass, is necessary for controlling the force created in our body and for optimum movement in the extremities. The holistic system that includes the lower extremities, pelvis, trunk and upper extremities is called the kinetic chain. The creation, collection and transfer of the force required for extremity movements from the lower extremity to the upper extremity are made possible by this system. Thus, these segments, which are independent from each other from proximal to distal, work in a certain interaction and harmony during functional activities (6).

The aim of the study is to examine the effect of trunk control on balance, upper extremity and lower extremity functions in stroke patients.

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Actual)

36

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Turkey
      • Kahramanmaraş, Turkey
        • Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

N/A

Sampling Method

Probability Sample

Study Population

Stroke patients

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

-55-85 years old, had an ischemic stroke at least 6 months ago, was at stage 2 according to brunstroma, had a mini-mental test score above 22, could stand independently for 3-4 seconds,

Exclusion Criteraia had orthopedic problems.

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
The Trunk Impairment Scale
Time Frame: at baseline
The Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS) consists of 3 parts: 3 items as static sitting balance, 10 items as dynamic sitting balance, and 4 items as coordination. The maximum points received are 7, 10 and 6 points respectively. The total score of TIS is between 0 and 23. High scores indicate good trunk control (6). Turkish validity and reliability study of TIS was also conducted
at baseline
Fugl meyer lower extremity test
Time Frame: at baseline
FML: It includes subsections that evaluate hip, knee, ankle joint movements, coordination and reflex activities. The highest score that can be obtained from this assessment is 34.
at baseline
Fugl meyer upper extremity test
Time Frame: at baseline
FMU: It includes subsections that evaluate joint movements, coordination and reflex activities related to shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist and hand. The highest score that can be obtained from this assessment is 66.
at baseline
Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
Time Frame: at baseline
BBS: It is the gold standard scale that clinically evaluates balance and postural control. It is a 14-item scale that measures the ability to maintain balance while performing functional tasks. Each item is scored between 0 and 4. If the total score is 56 and above, the balance is considered good.
at baseline

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Zekiye İpek Katırcı Kırmacı, Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

September 1, 2021

Primary Completion (Actual)

December 30, 2021

Study Completion (Actual)

January 15, 2022

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

August 21, 2023

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

August 21, 2023

First Posted (Actual)

August 25, 2023

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

November 28, 2023

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

November 22, 2023

Last Verified

November 1, 2023

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • ipkkrmc

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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