Reduction in sedentary lifestyle after stroke

Not Applicable

Conditions: Stroke
F01.145.749

Registration Number: RBR-104gykws

Lead Sponsor: Hospital Municipal São José

Brief Summary: Stroke is the second cause of death and disability in Brazil. It is common during hospitalization for patients to remain in sedentary behavior (CS), which may increase the risk of stroke recurrence and generate greater sequelae. Thus, the objective is to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of interventions to increase the level of physical activity (AF) and reduce CS after stroke. This is a longitudinal, prospective study, with a non-randomized Clinical Trial design, in which two groups were divided: the control group (CG) received verbal guidance and usual interventions within the AVC Unit (U-AVC) and the experimental group (GE) received an intervention protocol aimed at reducing CS and increasing AF during and after hospitalization. For data analysis, descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and frequency distribution (absolute values and percentages) were used to characterize the participants, and Student's t test was used to compare pre- and post-discharge AF levels. 58 individuals participated in the study (GC: 23; EG: 35). Among our results, the Behavioral Assessment Questionnaire showed that during hospitalization, the GE remained more active most of the day compared to the GC. After discharge, the IPAQ showed that the GE had an increase in individuals classified as Very Active and Active. In conclusion, the application of an intervention protocol proved to be effective, as an increase in AF levels was observed in the GE, unlike the GC that maintained the CS after discharge.

Detailed Description: Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status: Data analysis completed

Sex: Not specified

Target Recruitment: Not specified

Inclusion Criteria

Individuals aged 18 years or over; of both sexes; capable of walking independently or with supervision able to use an assistive device; diagnosed with a stroke; clinically stable and accepting to participate in the research by signing the Free Consent Form and Clarified TCLE

Exclusion Criteria

Individuals with severe cognitive impairment; severe aphasia; walking dependent on assistance from another person or unable to walk; severe heart disease; and impossibility of telephone contact after hospital discharge