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Behavioural Intervention

Tap dance program for Leg Amputation

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Research Sponsored by University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 8 weeks

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Study Summary

This trial aims to see if people with lower limb amputation can do adapted tap dance, if they enjoy it, and if it helps with balance and confidence. Tap dance involves balance and moving in unique

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adults with lower limb amputation (LLA) who are interested in participating in an adapted tap dance program. The study aims to see if tap dance can be enjoyable and beneficial for their balance and confidence.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The intervention being tested is a tap dance program specifically adapted for individuals with LLA. Participants will attend 1-hour classes weekly for 8 weeks, with assessments of mobility and questionnaires conducted before, during, and after the program.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

While not explicitly mentioned, potential side effects may include muscle soreness or fatigue due to physical activity involved in the dance classes. Tap dancing is considered low impact and modifications are made to ensure safety.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 8 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~8 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 8 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Physical Activities Enjoyment Scale (PACES)

Session Adherence

Secondary outcome measures

Change in Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale score

Change in Berg Balance Scale score

Change in Four Square Step Test score

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Trial Design

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Tap dance programExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants undertake tap dance program.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of Nevada, Las VegasLead Sponsor

66 Previous Clinical Trials

13,793 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the upper limit on the number of patients who can participate in this medical study?

"Affirmative. Per the details on clinicaltrials.gov, this research endeavor is actively seeking suitable candidates. Originally listed on March 4th, 2024, and most recently updated on March 20th, 2024, the study aims to enlist a total of six participants at one designated site."

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What are the anticipated results that this medical study aims to achieve?

"The chief goal of this study, to be evaluated over a period extending up to 8 weeks after the conclusion of the research, is the assessment using the Physical Activities Enjoyment Scale (PACES). Supplementary objectives encompass alterations in Berg Balance Scale score - indicating performance across 14 tasks related to mobility with a maximum score of 23; modifications in Four Square Step Test score denoting duration taken in seconds for completion of a stepping sequence between two canes placed in a cross shape; and adjustments in Timed Up-and-Go test result signifying timed ambulation where participants rise from seated position, walk towards a specified point 10 feet away"

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Are patients currently being accepted to participate in this clinical trial?

"Indeed, the information provided on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that this medical research is currently seeking candidates. This trial was initially listed on March 4th, 2024, and its most recent update was made on March 20th, 2024. The study aims to enroll six participants at a single site."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Tap Dance for Adults With Lower Limb Amputation

Jenny Kent 2024. "Tap Dance for Adults With Lower Limb Amputation". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06334146.

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