Comparison of Dual-Task Timed Up and Go Test (Cognitive) and 3-m Backwards Walk Test

NCT05211349 | Unknown

• 1 other identifier: 2021/534
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 45
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Two balance assessment tools that have been used recently have attracted considerable attention: the Dual-Task Timed Up and Go Test (cognitive) (DTUG) and the 3-m Backward Walk Test (3MBWT). The aim of this study is to compare the psychometric properties of two clinically proven balance assessment tools.

Conditions

Stroke

Keywords

Stroke; Falling; Reliability and Validity; Postural Balance

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Dual-Task Timed Up and Go Test (cognitive)

  It evaluates balance and functional mobility with a simultaneous cognitive and motor task. The cognitive task of the test is 3-series subtraction, while the TUG test is the motor task. Performance is recorded in seconds.

  5 minutes

• 3-m Backward Walk Test

  It is used to assess fall risk and balance. It is calculated in how many seconds an individual can walk backwards a marked distance of 3 meters.

  5 minutes

Interventions

Dual-Task Timed Up and Go Test (cognitive) OTHER

It evaluates balance with a simultaneous cognitive and motor task. The cognitive task of the test is serial triple subtraction while the TUG test is a motor task. Balance performance will be recorded in seconds.

3-m Backward Walk Test OTHER

It is used to assess fall risk and balance. It is calculated in how many seconds an individual can walk backward a marked distance of 3 meters.

Modified Four Square Step Test OTHER

It is a performance test that evaluates dynamic balance in stroke individuals with the ability to avoid obstacles and take steps in all directions. Balance performance is recorded in seconds.

Timed Up and Go Test OTHER

It is used to assess balance and functional mobility. The participant is asked to get up from the chair she/he is sitting in, walk the marked distance of 3 meters and return to her/his seat again. The elapsed time is recorded in seconds.

Berg Balance Test OTHER

It consists of 14 items and evaluates dynamic balance and functional mobility in stroke. The maximum score is 56. Higher scores indicate better balance.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 50 Years - 85 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

All of the participants will consist of stroke individuals who receive inpatient or outpatient treatment in the Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Polyclinic. All assessments will be done face to face. Men and women aged 50-85 years who have had a stroke for at least 6 months will be included in the study.

You may qualify if:

• Single stroke with unilateral hemiparesis at least 6 months prior to the study,
• Be in the age range of 50-85 years
• Able to walk at least 10 meters independently with or without a walking aid,
• Getting at least 24 points from the Standardized Mini-Mental Test
• It is to be able to follow two-stage commands and perform subtraction.

You may not qualify if:

• Presence of additional orthopedic or neurological diseases that may affect balance and walking,
• Having uncorrected vision and hearing problems

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Afyonkarahisar Health Science University

Afyonkarahisar, 03030, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

Related Publications (1)

• Tasvuran Horata E, Eken F, Taskin G, Kara G, Yesil H, Adar S, Baskan E, Dundar U. Comparison of psychometric properties of the dual-task timed up-and-go test (cognitive) and the 3-m walk backward test in community-dwelling stroke patients. Top Stroke Rehabil. 2025 Mar;32(2):140-149. doi: 10.1080/10749357.2024.2377514. Epub 2024 Jul 14.

  PMID: 39003753 DERIVED

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Stroke

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Cerebrovascular Disorders; Brain Diseases; Central Nervous System Diseases; Nervous System Diseases; Vascular Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases

Study Officials

• EMEL TAŞVURAN HORATA, PhD

  AFSU

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

EMEL TAŞVURAN HORATA, PhD

CONTACT

05547759663; ethorata@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: PhD; Assistant Professor

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 23, 2022
• First Posted: January 27, 2022
• Study Start: January 2, 2022
• Primary Completion: January 2, 2023
• Study Completion: January 2, 2024
• Last Updated: January 27, 2022

Record last verified: 2022-01

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)