Effect of heel lift on balance in in elderly with Leg-Length Discrepancy

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Knee arthroplasty.; Presence of artificial knee joint; Z96.65

• Registration Number: IRCT20140219016643N9
• Lead Sponsor: Iran University of Medical Sciences

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Last Update Posted: 30 August 2021

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

At least six months have passed since the joint replacement
Knee arthroplasty in one side
Structural shortening of the limb more than 20 mm
Ability to walk without a cane or assistive devices

Exclusion Criteria

History of fracture, orthopedic or neurological injury in the lower limb
professional athlete
Existence of any deformity or disorder in the lower limb other than structural shortening
History of damage to the vestibular system or brain damage, specific visual impairment that affects a person's daily activities
Taking medications that have a significant effect on a person's nervous system and balance

Study & Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Mobility based on Timed up and go test. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Timed up and go test.;Balance based on berg balance scale. Timepoint: Before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Berg balance scale.