Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercises vs. General Fitness Training on Dizziness, Balance Confidence, and Mobility in Individuals With Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction

Launched by AHRAM CANADIAN UNIVERSITY · Jul 18, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to find out which type of exercise is better for adults with vestibular disorders, which can cause dizziness and balance issues. The study will compare Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercises (VRE), designed specifically to help improve balance and stability, with General Fitness Training (GFT), which focuses on overall fitness. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of these two exercise groups and will attend 60-minute sessions twice a week for 8 weeks. The researchers want to see if VRE helps with balance and walking better than GFT and if GFT improves general fitness more than VRE.

To join this study, participants should be between 18 and 60 years old and must have a confirmed vestibular disorder. They need to be able to walk without assistance for at least 10 meters and should understand the study's requirements. However, individuals with severe heart or lung diseases, certain muscle or nerve disorders, recent orthopedic surgeries, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot participate. This study is currently recruiting participants, and it’s a great opportunity for those looking to improve their balance and mobility through targeted exercises.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Male or female participants aged 18 - 60 years.
• • Diagnosis of a vestibular disorder confirmed by a healthcare professional.
• • Able to walk unassisted for at least 10 meters.
• • Able to understand and comply with the procedures of this study.
• • Willing to provide informed consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Severe cardiovascular, respiratory, or metabolic disease that contraindicates physical exercise.
• • Neuromuscular disorders that may affect balance and mobility other than the diagnosed vestibular disorder.
• • History of orthopedic surgery within the past 6 months.
• • Currently participating in another interventional clinical trial.
• • Pregnant or breastfeeding women.