Effect of Gait Parameters On Balance and Quality of Life in Recovering Stroke Patients- A Correlation Study

Abstract

Introduction: Stroke is neurovascular disease caused by disruption of blood flow to brain, result in neurological deficit. As a consequence of stroke there will be loss of leg strength and impaired balance that may affect walking ability. Gait parameters are also affected as a consequences of stroke. Overall affection of gait parameters and balance will affect Quality of Life. Objective: The study is conducted to find out relationship between Gait parameters, Balance and Quality of Life in recovering stroke patients- A Correlation Study” Material and Methodology: Total 32 patients were screened as per inclusion and exclusion criteria. Demographic data was taken. At the time of discharge from the hospital Health status was assessed with use of stroke Impact scale. TUG was taken to measure the Balance. Gait velocity was calculated by use of 6 minute walk test. Result: Total 32 Recovering stroke Patients have participated in the study. All the stroke patients who have participated in the study were having mean age of 52.65 years and participants of both the genders were included. Amongst the participants’ males were 78.21% and females were 21.9%. Were included in the study. Participants with both sided strokes were consider for data collection. Stroke impact scale score has found to have positive correlation with Gait velocity, and stride length, and negative correlation with TUG. (P = .001 to P = .031). TUG score correlated negatively with Gait Velocity and Stride Length. Conclusion: Gait parameters have impact on Quality of Life have but will not produce much difference on balance. There is no significant influence of gait parameters on Balance.