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Feasibility of a Home Hazard Management Program for Malaysian Stroke Survivors

NCT04618029 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 30

Last updated 2022-05-24

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

This quasi experimental design study aims to examine the feasibility and potential effectiveness of a home hazard management program to reduce the rate of falls and fear of falling among Malaysian community dwelling stroke survivors. This study will be conducted in three local government hospitals in central Malaysia.

Conditions

Interventions

OTHER

Home Modification

Home Modification Intervention Floor Provide recommendations to: * Fix the back of the rugs and mats with adhesive/heavy duty tape * Buy non-slip mats * Tie all cables with a proper cable tie Lighting Provide recommendations to: * Buy a torch light * To replace worn light bulbs * Buy a light switch Bathroom Provide recommendations to: * Buy a non-slip mat * Install a grab rail * Buy a commode chair for showering Stairways Provide recommendations to: • Fix an adhesive tape for stair contrast

OTHER

Education

Techniques Description Energy Conservation * Take your time * Go to the toilet more often, so you don't have to rush * Use a nearby toilet: commode, different bathroom * Prepare ahead (e.g., toilet paper near, other items for toileting, etc.) * Adjust equipment before changing position * Avoid transfers when tired * Ask for help if you feel sick or especially tired * Allow time for eyes to adjust to change in lighting Task Simplification * Plan and organise workspaces to eliminate unnecessary steps, save time, energy and reduce fatigue. * Prioritise and plan activities, alternating between active and quiet jobs and include rest periods. Ergonomics * Proper positioning while doing tasks * Safe mobility around the home

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Universiti Putra Malaysia

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Muhammad Hibatullah Romli, PhD · UPM

Study Design

Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
45 Years
Max Age
80 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2021-01-01
Primary Completion
2022-04-01
Completion
2022-05-01

Countries

  • Malaysia

Study Locations

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