Dynamic Hot Spring Hydrotherapy for Gait Disorders and Balance Function Recovery After Stroke

Launched by THE SECOND AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF KUNMING MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Apr 24, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to see how effective dynamic hot spring hydrotherapy is for helping stroke patients improve their walking and balance. The researchers will compare the results of this special therapy with traditional exercise methods to find out which one works better for patients who have had a stroke. They want to understand how these treatments can help people recover their movement and stability after experiencing a stroke.

To participate in the trial, you need to be between 18 and 85 years old and have had a stroke within the last six months or more than six months ago. You also should have some difficulty with walking or balance but not have serious other health issues that could interfere with the study. If you qualify and choose to participate, you can expect to receive either hot spring therapy or standard exercises and will have regular assessments to track your progress. This study aims to provide valuable insights into stroke recovery, helping improve treatments for future patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients with cerebral infarction or cerebral hemorrhage who meet the diagnostic criteria for stroke of the Chinese Medical Association; (2) Initial stroke\<6 months, or last stroke event\>6 months; (3) Age\>=18 years old,\<85 years old (increased risk of VCI over 85 years old); (4) NIHSS\>4, NIHSS\<26 points; (5) MRS score\>=2 points; (6) complete CT or MRI; (7) No serious neurological or mental illness; Unconscious disorders, able to cooperate with relevant treatments; No severe cognitive impairment (MMSE\>=15 points); (8) Berg Balance Scale\>40 points; (9) The patient or family member signs an informed consent form.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • (1) Concurrent major diseases, such as heart, lung, liver, kidney and other organ diseases or failure; (2) There are contraindications for hydrotherapy such as acute infectious diseases, open skin wounds, and severe epilepsy; (3) There are other clinical issues that may affect the assessment results, such as low vision, fractures, vestibular diseases, etc; (4) There are other neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, etc; (5) Serious mental and psychological problems exist; (6) Malignant tumor patients; (7) Early pregnancy or high-risk pregnancy; (8) Serious alcohol abusers; (9) Patients with active bleeding, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, nosebleeds, and excessive menstruation.