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Research Paper | Physiotherapy | India | Volume 13 Issue 3, March 2024
A Study to Compare the Effectiveness of Balance Training Versus Balance Training along with Muscle Strengthening for Patients with Idiopatic Parkinsons Disease
K. Ashok Kumar [5] | M. Shanmuga Priya | A. Prakash [5]
Abstract: Background: Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects movement and coordination. Idiopathic Parkinson's disease refers to cases where the cause of the condition is unknown. Balance impairment is a common and debilitating symptom in patients with Parkinson's disease. It can lead to falls, injuries, and a significant reduction in quality of life. Balance training, which focuses on improving stability and postural control, has been shown to be effective in managing balance problems in Parkinson's patients. Muscle weakness is another common issue in individuals with Parkinson's disease. It can further contribute to balance problems and functional limitations. Muscle strengthening exercises, such as resistance training, have been found to improve muscle strength and overall physical function in this population. The primary outcome measures will include balance assessments, such as the Berg Balance Scale. Secondary outcome measures may include Fall Efficiency Scale. Materials and Methodology: The study design is quasi experimental study. Grouping is done with 20 subjects with idiopathic Parkinson?s disease were selected based on Inclusion and Exclusion criteria ad randomized into 2 groups. Group A will receive balance training alone, while Group B will undergo balance training along with muscle strengthening exercises. The study duration was 8 weeks, 4days/week with 32 sessions. All subjects underwent a pretest and posttest using Berg Balance Scale and Fall Efficiency Scale. Result: The results of this study showed that balance training combined with muscle strengthening exercises was more effective in improving balance and reducing falls in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease compared to balance training alone. Pre and posttest were statistically analyzed and it was found that there is significant (P <0.0001) better improvement in Group B [balance training along with muscle strengthening exercise] than Group A [balance training alone]. The group A that received both interventions showed significant improvements in balance, gait, and functional mobility compared to the group B that only received balance training. Conclusion: This study provides evidence that incorporating muscle strengthening exercises into balance training can be more effective in improving balance and reducing falls in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease. The group B that received both interventions showed significant improvements in balance, gait, and functional mobility compared to the group A that only received balance training.
Keywords: Balance training, muscle strengthening exercises, Idiopathic Parkinson's disease, falls, balance, gait, functional mobility, quality of life
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 3, March 2024,
Pages: 328 - 332