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Buerger's Exercises and Proprioceptive Drills on Postural Stability and Foot Perfusion in Elderly Patients With Chemotherapy

4. august 2026 oppdatert av: Ibrahim Abuzaid, South Valley University

Combined Effect of Buerger's Exercises and Proprioceptive Drills on Postural Stability and Foot Perfusion in Elderly Patients With Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Randomized Controlled Trial

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common, dose-limiting side effect of neurotoxic chemotherapy agents, characterized by sensory loss, impaired proprioception, and muscle weakness, predominantly affecting the lower limbs. These impairments significantly contribute to postural instability and increase fall risk in elderly patients. Additionally, CIPN-associated microvascular changes can compromise peripheral circulation, further exacerbating neuromotor dysfunction and balance deficits.

While pharmacological options for CIPN are limited and often inadequate, exercise-based interventions have shown promise in mitigating functional impairments. Buerger's exercises, a vascular stimulation technique, are known to enhance peripheral blood flow, whereas proprioceptive drills can improve neuromuscular coordination and postural control. However, their combined effect on both postural stability and foot perfusion in elderly patients with CIPN has not been systematically studied.

Studieoversikt

Detaljert beskrivelse

Aim of the Study To investigate the combined effect of Buerger's exercises and proprioceptive drills on postural stability and foot perfusion in elderly patients with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy.

  • Objectives

    Primary Objectives:

    • To evaluate the effect of combined Buerger's exercises and proprioceptive drills on postural stability.
    • To assess their effect on foot perfusion.

    Secondary Objectives:

    • To assess changes in balance confidence, functional mobility, and fall incidence.

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  • Hypotheses

    • H1: The combined intervention will significantly improve postural stability compared to standard care.
    • H2: The combined intervention will significantly enhance foot perfusion compared to standard care.

Studietype

Intervensjonell

Registrering (Antatt)

70

Fase

  • Ikke aktuelt

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Deltakelseskriterier

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Kvalifikasjonskriterier

Alder som er kvalifisert for studier

  • Eldre voksen

Tar imot friske frivillige

Ja

Beskrivelse

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Aged 65 years or older
  • Diagnosed with CIPN for at least 3 months
  • Demonstrating impaired postural stability (BBS ≤ 48 or ≥2 falls in the past year)
  • Medically cleared for exercise
  • Cognitively intact (MMSE ≥ 24)
  • Willing and able to give consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Severe peripheral arterial disease (ABI < 0.5)
  • Severe postural hypotension or positional syncope
  • Recent orthopedic procedures or fractures (past 6 months)
  • Vestibular or cerebellar disorders
  • Uncontrolled systemic diseases
  • Cognitive impairment (MMSE < 24)
  • Concurrent participation in another structured balance or vascular program
  • Lower limb ulcers or active infection
  • Severe visual impairment
  • Intolerance to positional exercises

Studieplan

Denne delen gir detaljer om studieplanen, inkludert hvordan studien er utformet og hva studien måler.

Hvordan er studiet utformet?

Designdetaljer

  • Primært formål: Behandling
  • Tildeling: Randomisert
  • Intervensjonsmodell: Parallell tildeling
  • Masking: Enkelt

Våpen og intervensjoner

Deltakergruppe / Arm
Intervensjon / Behandling
Eksperimentell: Intervention Group

Intervention Group (35 participants) will receive

Buerger's Exercises + Proprioceptive Drills, 3 times/week for 8 weeks:

  • Buerger's Exercises:

    • Leg elevation at 45° for 2 min until blanching
    • Dependent sitting for 3 min until hyperemia
    • Supine rest for 5 min
    • 3 cycles per session
  • Proprioceptive Drills:

    • Single-leg stance
    • Tandem stance/walking
    • Heel-to-toe walking
    • Anterior-posterior and lateral weight shifts
    • Mini-squats on foam
    • Ankle alphabet
    • Progressively increased difficulty Sessions supervised by trained physiotherapists.

Buerger's Exercises + Proprioceptive Drills, 3 times/week for 8 weeks:

  • Buerger's Exercises:

    • Leg elevation at 45° for 2 min until blanching
    • Dependent sitting for 3 min until hyperemia
    • Supine rest for 5 min
    • 3 cycles per session
  • Proprioceptive Drills:

    • Single-leg stance
    • Tandem stance/walking
    • Heel-to-toe walking
    • Anterior-posterior and lateral weight shifts
    • Mini-squats on foam
    • Ankle alphabet
    • Progressively increased difficulty Sessions supervised by trained physiotherapists.
Aktiv komparator: Control Group
Control Group (35 participants) will receive Standard care with educational leaflets and physical activity advice.

Buerger's Exercises + Proprioceptive Drills, 3 times/week for 8 weeks:

  • Buerger's Exercises:

    • Leg elevation at 45° for 2 min until blanching
    • Dependent sitting for 3 min until hyperemia
    • Supine rest for 5 min
    • 3 cycles per session
  • Proprioceptive Drills:

    • Single-leg stance
    • Tandem stance/walking
    • Heel-to-toe walking
    • Anterior-posterior and lateral weight shifts
    • Mini-squats on foam
    • Ankle alphabet
    • Progressively increased difficulty Sessions supervised by trained physiotherapists.

Hva måler studien?

Primære resultatmål

Resultatmål
Tiltaksbeskrivelse
Tidsramme
Postural Stability Foot Perfusion
Tidsramme: Week 8
.Postural Stability: Overall Stability Index (OSI) via Biodex Balance System SD Foot Perfusion: Laser Doppler Flowmetry (LDF)
Week 8
Pain scale (VAS) Quality of Life Index (QLI) - SCI Version
Tidsramme: 8 weeks

Pain scale (VAS) The visual analog scale (VAS) is a validated, subjective measure for acute and chronic pain. Scores are recorded by making a handwritten mark on a 10-cm line that represents a continuum between "no pain" and "worst pain." Quality of Life Index (QLI) - SCI Version

Comprised of 4 domains:

  1. Health and functioning
  2. Psychological/spiritual
  3. Social and economic
  4. Family.
8 weeks
Weight Height Body mass index
Tidsramme: 8 weeks
Weight in kg, height in meter and body mass index in kg/m2
8 weeks

Sekundære resultatmål

Resultatmål
Tiltaksbeskrivelse
Tidsramme
Secondary Outcomes
Tidsramme: 8 weeks
  • Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
  • Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)
  • Activities-specific Balance Confidence Scale
  • Number of falls Pain scale (VAS) Quality of Life Index (QLI) - SCI Version Follow-up (Week 8)
8 weeks

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Studer hoveddatoer

Studiestart (Antatt)

25. juli 2026

Primær fullføring (Antatt)

25. november 2026

Studiet fullført (Antatt)

1. desember 2026

Datoer for studieregistrering

Først innsendt

27. juli 2026

Først innsendt som oppfylte QC-kriteriene

4. august 2026

Først lagt ut (Faktiske)

10. august 2026

Oppdateringer av studieposter

Sist oppdatering lagt ut (Faktiske)

10. august 2026

Siste oppdatering sendt inn som oppfylte QC-kriteriene

4. august 2026

Sist bekreftet

1. august 2026

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