Validity Reliability of 3 Meter Backward Walk Test in Stroke Patients

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Abstract

The 3 m walk-back test is used to assess neuromuscular control, proprioception, protective reflexes, fall risk, and balance. In a study of healthy elderly adults, a 3-m walk-back test showed better diagnostic accuracy compared to the most commonly used measurement methods for falls in the past year. Reliability is extremely important, especially for research and clinical applications. In order to assess the risk of falling, measurement methods need to be reliable and change accurately over time. 3 m walk back test was found to be reliable in healthy elderly individuals. However, there are no studies investigating the validity and reliability of this test in stroke patients.

Description

Balance; within the limits of the stability of the center of gravity can be controlled on the surface. Balance can be affected due to muscle weakness after stroke, abnormal muscle tone, loss of deep sensation and disturbances in vestibular mechanisms. Among all sensorimotor results of stroke, it is stated that the balance of postural control has the greatest effect on daily living activities and gait. Accurate assessment of balance in stroke patients is important in identifying appropriate aids for mobility, choosing an effective treatment program, determining safe and unsafe activities, and setting rehabilitation goals. The most common risk factor for falls is one of the most important risk factors for stroke. Therefore, reliable and accurate measurement of dynamic gait balance is an important issue in stroke patients.The 3 m walk-back test is used to assess neuromuscular control, proprioception, protective reflexes, fall risk, and balance. In a study of healthy elderly adults, a 3-m walk-back test showed better diagnostic accuracy compared to the most commonly used measurement methods for falls in the past year. Reliability is extremely important, especially for research and clinical applications. In order to assess the risk of falling, measurement methods need to be reliable and change accurately over time. 3 m walk back test was found to be reliable in healthy elderly individuals. However, there are no studies investigating the validity and reliability of this test in stroke patients.

Dates

Last Verified:	12/31/2019
First Submitted:	12/31/2019
Estimated Enrollment Submitted:	01/10/2020
First Posted:	01/17/2020
Last Update Submitted:	01/10/2020
Last Update Posted:	01/17/2020
Actual Study Start Date:	01/09/2020
Estimated Primary Completion Date:	08/29/2020
Estimated Study Completion Date:	09/29/2020

Condition or disease

Stroke Syndrome

Balance; Distorted

Walking, Difficulty

Intervention/treatment

Other: stroke patients

Phase

Arm Groups

Arm	Intervention/treatment
Other: stroke patients Assessment	Other: stroke patients 3-m backwards walk test, timed up and go test, 10 m walk test, Berg BalanceTest, Functional Reach Test

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study	40 Years To 40 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study	All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers	Yes
Criteria	Inclusion Criteria: - 40 years or older, - Getting a diagnosis of stroke, - Not having cooperation and communication problems - To be able to walk 10 m independently with or without device Exclusion Criteria: 1. Have a neurological or orthopedic problem other than stroke that will affect functionality and balance 2. Individuals with contraindications for advanced cardiovascular disease and mobilization will not be included in the study.

Outcome

Primary Outcome Measures

1. 3-m backwards walk test, [first day and second day]

A distance of 3 m is measured and marked with black tape. Individuals are asked to follow the heel and black band. With the 'start' command they are asked to walk backwards quickly. When the distance of 3 m is completed, a stop is instructed. Individuals are not allowed to run during the test. They are allowed to look back if they wish. The assessor walks behind individuals throughout the test. The test is repeated 3 times, the averages are recorded

2. timed up and go test [first day]

A standard chair is used for testing. First, the patient is asked to sit on the chair. The patient is then asked to stand up and walk regularly at a distance of 3 meters with a predetermined length, then return to the chair after 3 meters.

3. 10 m walking test [first day]

In this test, the individual is asked to walk at his / her normal speed within a pre-measured 10-meter area and is started when the individual is at the starting line of the foot and terminated when he crosses the finish line.

4. Berg balance test [first day]

The BBS consists of 14 items to directly monitor the maintenance of body balance during performance.

5. Functional reach test [first day]

It is used to measure both the balance of the individual functionally and the amount of dynamic reach.