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Comparison of Otago and Beat it Program on Balance, Gait and QOL in Diabetic Neuropathy
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
this study aims to compare the effects of Otago exercise program and BEAT IT program on balance, gait and quality of life in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Otago Exercise Program and Beat it Program on Balance, Gait and Quality of Life in Patients With Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
45 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
32
Start Date
2026-05-15
Completion Date
2026-09-15
Last Updated
2026-05-08
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Otago Program
The program included: 5 Strengthening exercises and 12 balance exercises. 30-40 min, 4x/week for 8 weeks. Balance Exercises: Knee bends Backwards walking Walking and turning around Sideways walking Tandem stance (heel toe stance) Tandem walk (heel toe walk) One leg stance Heel walking Toe walk Heel toe walking backwards Sit to stand Stair walking Strength exercises: Knee extensor Knee flexor Hip adductor Ankle planter flexors (calf raises) Ankle dorsiflexors (toe raises)
BEAT it Program
Strengthening exercises Toe spreading Ankle pump Mini wall squats Slow march in standing Knee with pillow press up Bridging Step up and down on stair 1st step Toe curls Stretching Hamstring stretch Dorsiflexors and planter flexors stretch Quads stretch Biceps stretch Triceps stretch Balance exercises Leg front and back swinging Weight shifting front and back Leg sideways Sideway alternate step Tandem stand Alternate heel toe raises Sessions were performed; * for 45 to 60 minutes/ day. * 4 times per week for 8 weeks
Locations (1)
THQ hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan