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Comparison of Qigong and Otago in Patient With Diabetic Neuropathy

ConditionDiabetic Neuropathies
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age45-65
SponsorRiphah International University

About this trial

This study seeks to compare these two interventions to better understand their impact on key health outcomes in patients affected by diabetic neuropathy, providing valuable insights for clinicians and healthcare providers managing this challenging condition

Eligibility criteria

This trial does not accept healthy volunteers

Qualifiers

Physician-diagnosed type 2 diabetes without gender bias, with peripheral neuropathy (defined by Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument questionnaire score of 5 or greater)

Type 2 diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients

The ability to walk independently for 10 m

Having score between 46 to 52 (out of a total of 56 points) on the BBS

Disqualifiers

Fracture of the lower limb within the 6 months before the study (15)

Diabetic ulcer, infection or partial amputation in feet (15)

Disease or functional impairment of auditory, vestibular system (16)

Any other medical conditions that would confound assessment of neuropathy such as malignancy, other neurological or orthopedic impairments (such as stroke, poliomyelitis, rheumatoid arthritis, prosthesis, or severe osteoarthritis), major vascular complications (venous or arterial ulcers), severe retinopathy, or severe nephropathy that causes edema or needs hemodialysis (17)

Trial design

Design model

Parallel

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Qigong Balance

    Other intervention

    Quigong Balance Exercises 3 times per week for 60 minutes per session Open the Flow: Focus on fluid arm movements to enhance relaxation and improve circulation. Shaking Exercise: A full-body shake to release tension and promote energy flow. Lifting the Ball: Alternating arm movements simulating lifting a ball to improve upper body strength and coordination. Playing with Water: Slow, flowing movements that enhance balance and mindfulness. Weight Shifting and Balance Exercises: Stand with feet hip-width apart, shifting weight slowly from one leg to the other, holding each position for 10-15 seconds to engage stabilizing muscles in the legs and improve proprioception. Leg Lifts and Extensions: Perform controlled leg lifts (front, side, and back) to strengthen the quadriceps, hamstrings, and hip abductors.

  • Otago Balance

    Other intervention

    Otago (Strengthening) Balance: Sit-to-stand exercises: to improve leg strength. Heel raises: to enhance calf strength. Toe stands: for improving foot stability. Balance Training: Single-leg stands: to enhance balance. Tandem walking: along a straight line. Side leg raises: to strengthen hip muscles 3 times per week for 60 minutes per session

Treatment groups

44 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups
Group A: Qigong BalanceExperimental treatment 1 intervention
Group B: Otago BalanceActive comparator 1 intervention

Trial outcomes

Primary outcomes

1

Agility T-Test

The Agility T-Test is a performance-based assessment that measures an individual's agility and ability to change direction quickly. It involves a sequence where the participant runs to a designated point, makes sharp turns around markers in a T-shaped layout, and returns to the starting position.

Time frame
12th week
2

Berg Balance Scale

is the gold standard test for static and dynamic balance abilities. The BBS is used to measure ability to maintain balance while doing functional task search as reach, standing position and transferences. It is a valid instrument used for the evaluation of effectiveness of interventions with quantitative description of function in clinical practice as well as research. It consists of 14 items including simple balance tasks from everyday life.

Time frame
12th week
3

Functional Reach Test

FRT is a single item test for dynamic balance and acts as a quick screen for balance problems in older adults. The distance between the lengths of an outstretched arm in a maximal forward reach, while maintaining a fixed base of support is measured. A score of 6 inches or less indicates a significant increased risk for falls. A score between 6-10 inches indicates a moderate risk for falls. the Functional Reach Test (FRT) demonstrates an ICC of approximately 0.85 to 0.94

Time frame
12th week
4

Gait Speed Test

The Gait Speed Test measures the time it takes for an individual to walk a specific distance, usually 10 meters, at their usual pace. It has demonstrated strong validity and reliability, with an Intra class Correlation Coefficient (ICC) often exceeding 0.90

Time frame
12th week

Secondary outcomes

Other outcomes

Sponsors and contacts

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Riphah International University

Lead sponsor

Source ClinicalTrials.gov

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