Diabetic NeuropathiesNCT05282602
Wii Fit Based Exercises and Proprioceptive Exercises in Diabetic Neuropathy Patients
A study testing baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercises and Proprioceptive exercises in people with Diabetic Neuropathies, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This project is a Randomized clinical trial that will be conducted to check the effects of Wii Fit Based Exercises and Proprioceptive training on Balance and Fall Risk in patients with Diabetic Neuropathy, duration of study will be of 6months, convenient sampling will be used, subject following eligibility criteria… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 40 to 80 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Diabetic Neuropathies
- What is being tested?
- baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercises and Proprioceptive exercises
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 20 Feb 2022to 30 Aug 2022
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 40 to 80 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- 40-80 years of age;
- Medical diagnoses of diabetes under regular medication control
- DN4 score ≥ 4
- Independent community ambulatory individuals;
- Intact cognition (Minimental State Examination score of >24
Who cannot join
- Other neurological diseases such as dementia, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, or stroke;
- Severe visual impairment, musculoskeletal disorders, unhealed plantar ulceration, lower limb amputation, poor cardiopulmonary function, or other diseases affecting walking ability or any other disease due to which individuals were unable to walk without assistance
- Any other condition associated with a high risk of falling
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Effects of Wii Fit Based Exercises and Proprioceptive Training on Balance and Fall Risk in Patients With Diabetic Neuropathy
This project is a Randomized clinical trial that will be conducted to check the effects of Wii Fit Based Exercises and Proprioceptive training on Balance and Fall Risk in patients with Diabetic Neuropathy, duration of study will be of 6months, convenient sampling will be used, subject following eligibility criteria from Riphah Rehabilitation Centre, Patients will be randomly allocated into two groups; Group A will be treated with Wii Fit based exercises (40 mins session, 3 days/week, Penguin slide, soccer heading, tilt table, tightrope walking) \& Group B will be treated with Proprioceptive training (40 min session, 3 days/week, toe walking, heel walking, cross-body leg swings right and left sides, partial squat, ). In both groups pre and post-test measurements of Balance and Fall of risk will be assessed through Berg Balance scale, STAR excursion, Modified Fall Efficacy scale, and Timed Up and Go (TUG). Evaluation will be done before the session start and at the end of 6th Week.
Read the detailed description
Diabetes mellitus is a disorder in which the body does not produce enough or respond normally to insulin, causing blood sugar (glucose) levels to be abnormally high. Diabetic neuropathy is a serious diabetes complication that may affect as many as 50% of people with diabetes. The nerve damage associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) may reduce the proprioceptive inputs that contribute to decreased balance and an increased risk of falling. Wii Fit Balance Board improves balance in older adults through training. Wii Fit balance board showed significant improvement in balance and decrease the risk of fall. Proprioceptive training is an intervention that targets the improvement of proprioceptive function in patients. The aim of the current study is to determine the effects of Wii Fit Based exercises and proprioception training on balance and fall of risk in patients with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Conditions
- Diabetic Neuropathies
- Being tested
- baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercises, Proprioceptive exercises
- Keywords
- Wii Fit, Proprioceptive, Fall, Balance, Diabetic Neuropathy
- Medical subject headings
- Diabetic Neuropathies
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercisesOther
Group A performed Wii Fit based exercises for 6 weeks. Group A will be treated with Wii Fit based exercises (40 mins session, 3 days/week, Penguin slide, soccer heading, tilt table, tightrope walking)
Proprioceptive exercisesOther
Group B will be treated with Proprioceptive training (40 min session, 3 days/week, toe walking, heel walking, cross-body leg swings right and left sides, partial squat, ). In both groups pre and post-test measurements of Balance and Fall of risk will be assessed through Berg Balance scale, STAR excursion, Modified Fall Efficacy scale, and Timed Up and Go (TUG). Evaluation will be done before session start and at the end of 6th Week.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Wii Fit Based Exercises | Experimental | Group A will receive Wii fit Based Exercises Receives: Other: baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercises |
| Proprioceptive Training | Experimental | Group B will receive proprioceptive training Receives: Other: Proprioceptive exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Berg Balance Scale
Determine a patient's ability (or inability) to safely balance during a series of predetermined tasks. A score of 56 indicates functional balance. A score of < 45 indicates individuals may be at greater risk of falling.
Measured: 6th Week
STAR Excursion test
Functional screening tool to assess lower extremity dynamic stability and neuromuscular control
Measured: 6th Week
Modified Fall Efficacy scale
Assess an individual's confidence in performing common activities of daily living without falling.5=fairly confident/fairly sure, and 10=completely confident/ completely sure. Scores can fall in between 0, 5, and 10. Interpretation: Higher scores reflect more confidence, less fear of falling. Lower scores reflect less confidence and more fear of falling
Measured: 6th Week
Timed Up and Go Test
Assess a person's mobility and requires both static and dynamic balance
Measured: 6th Week
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted16 Mar 2022
- Study start20 Feb 2022
- Primary completion30 Jul 2022
- Study completion30 Aug 2022
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (13)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Diabetic NeuropathiesStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Riphah International UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Syed Shakil Ur Rehman, PhD, Study chair, Riphah International UniversityMaryam Ikram, MSPT(NM)*, Principal investigator, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05282602
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/RCR &AHS/22/0201 Maryam
- Status last verified
- Oct 2022
- First submitted
- 20 Feb 2022
- Last updated
- 19 Oct 2022
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Reeves ND, Orlando G, Brown SJ. Sensory-Motor Mechanisms Increasing Falls Risk in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. Medicina (Kaunas). 2021 May 8;57(5):457. doi: 10.3390/medicina57050457.
PubMed 34066681Khan KS, Andersen H. The Impact of Diabetic Neuropathy on Activities of Daily Living, Postural Balance and Risk of Falls - A Systematic Review. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022 Mar;16(2):289-294. doi: 10.1177/1932296821997921. Epub 2021 Mar 14.
PubMed 33719603Pavana NAP, Ghosh AJEAB. Effectiveness of Core Stability Exercise and Proprioception Exercise on Balance in Subjects with Diabetic Neuropathy-A Randomized Controlled Trial. 2021;15(3):81.
Jeon MJ, Jeon HS, Yi CH, Kwon OY, You SH, Park JH. Block and Random Practice: A Wii Fit Dynamic Balance Training in Older Adults. Res Q Exerc Sport. 2021 Sep;92(3):352-360. doi: 10.1080/02701367.2020.1733456. Epub 2020 May 13.
PubMed 32401683Cavalcante Neto JL, Steenbergen B, Wilson P, Zamuner AR, Tudella E. Is Wii-based motor training better than task-specific matched training for children with developmental coordination disorder? A randomized controlled trial. Disabil Rehabil. 2020 Sep;42(18):2611-2620. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2019.1572794. Epub 2019 Feb 22.
PubMed 30794762Kaur S, Koley SJJ. Effectiveness of trunk balance exercises and wii fit TM balance exercises in managing disability and pain in patients with chronic low back pain. 2019.
Marques-Sule E, Arnal-Gomez A, Buitrago-Jimenez G, Suso-Marti L, Cuenca-Martinez F, Espi-Lopez GV. Effectiveness of Nintendo Wii and Physical Therapy in Functionality, Balance, and Daily Activities in Chronic Stroke Patients. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2021 May;22(5):1073-1080. doi: 10.1016/j.jamda.2021.01.076. Epub 2021 Feb 24.
PubMed 33639116Cicek A, Ozdincler AR, Tarakci E. Interactive video game-based approaches improve mobility and mood in older adults: A nonrandomized, controlled tri̇al. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2020 Jul;24(3):252-259. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.01.005. Epub 2020 Feb 6.
PubMed 32825997Cimino V, Chisari CG, Raciti G, Russo A, Veca D, Zagari F, Calabro RS, Patti F. Objective evaluation of Nintendo Wii Fit Plus balance program training on postural stability in Multiple Sclerosis patients: a pilot study. Int J Rehabil Res. 2020 Sep;43(3):199-205. doi: 10.1097/MRR.0000000000000408.
PubMed 32371848Watkhuma A, Boonyaroma O, Srisupornkornkoolb K. Effect of Wii Balance Board and motor imagery on balance and muscle strength in football players
Yuan RY, Chen SC, Peng CW, Lin YN, Chang YT, Lai CH. Effects of interactive video-game-based exercise on balance in older adults with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease. J Neuroeng Rehabil. 2020 Jul 13;17(1):91. doi: 10.1186/s12984-020-00725-y.
PubMed 32660512Hung ES, Chen SC, Chang FC, Shiao Y, Peng CW, Lai CH. Effects of Interactive Video Game-Based Exercise on Balance in Diabetic Patients with Peripheral Neuropathy: An Open-Level, Crossover Pilot Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 Mar 6;2019:4540709. doi: 10.1155/2019/4540709. eCollection 2019.
PubMed 30956680Rehman SSU, Hassan D, Ikram M, Ikram M. Effects of Wii Fit-based Exercises versus proprioceptive training on balance and fall risk in patients with diabetic neuropathy. Pak J Med Sci. 2025 Feb;41(2):393-398. doi: 10.12669/pjms.41.2.8775.
PubMed 39926688
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 19 Oct 2022. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Wii Fit Based Exercises and Proprioceptive Training on Balance and Fall Risk in Patients With Diabetic Neuropathy
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05282602
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/RCR &AHS/22/0201 Maryam
- Conditions
- Diabetic Neuropathies
- Keywords
- Wii Fit, Proprioceptive, Fall, Balance, Diabetic Neuropathy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 Feb 2022 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Jul 2022 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Aug 2022 (actual)
- First posted
- 16 Mar 2022 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This project is a Randomized clinical trial that will be conducted to check the effects of Wii Fit Based Exercises and Proprioceptive training on Balance and Fall Risk in patients with Diabetic Neuropathy, duration of study will be of 6months, convenient sampling will be used, subject following eligibility criteria from Riphah Rehabilitation Centre, Patients will be randomly allocated into two groups; Group A will be treated with Wii Fit based exercises (40 mins session, 3 days/week, Penguin slide, soccer heading, tilt table, tightrope walking) \& Group B will be treated with Proprioceptive training (40 min session, 3 days/week, toe walking, heel walking, cross-body leg swings right and left sides, partial squat, ). In both groups pre and post-test measurements of Balance and Fall of risk will be assessed through Berg Balance scale, STAR excursion, Modified Fall Efficacy scale, and Timed Up and Go (TUG). Evaluation will be done before the session start and at the end of 6th Week.
Detailed description
Diabetes mellitus is a disorder in which the body does not produce enough or respond normally to insulin, causing blood sugar (glucose) levels to be abnormally high. Diabetic neuropathy is a serious diabetes complication that may affect as many as 50% of people with diabetes. The nerve damage associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) may reduce the proprioceptive inputs that contribute to decreased balance and an increased risk of falling. Wii Fit Balance Board improves balance in older adults through training. Wii Fit balance board showed significant improvement in balance and decrease the risk of fall. Proprioceptive training is an intervention that targets the improvement of proprioceptive function in patients. The aim of the current study is to determine the effects of Wii Fit Based exercises and proprioception training on balance and fall of risk in patients with Diabetic Neuropathy
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Wii Fit Based Exercises | Experimental | Other: baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercisesGroup A will receive Wii fit Based Exercises |
| Proprioceptive Training | Experimental | Other: Proprioceptive exercisesGroup B will receive proprioceptive training |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 40 to 80 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- 40-80 years of age;
- Medical diagnoses of diabetes under regular medication control
- DN4 score ≥ 4
- Independent community ambulatory individuals;
- Intact cognition (Minimental State Examination score of >24
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Other neurological diseases such as dementia, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, or stroke;
- Severe visual impairment, musculoskeletal disorders, unhealed plantar ulceration, lower limb amputation, poor cardiopulmonary function, or other diseases affecting walking ability or any other disease due to which individuals were unable to walk without assistance
- Any other condition associated with a high risk of falling
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercisesGroup A performed Wii Fit based exercises for 6 weeks. Group A will be treated with Wii Fit based exercises (40 mins session, 3 days/week, Penguin slide, soccer heading, tilt table, tightrope walking) | Other | Wii Fit Based Exercises |
| Proprioceptive exercisesGroup B will be treated with Proprioceptive training (40 min session, 3 days/week, toe walking, heel walking, cross-body leg swings right and left sides, partial squat, ). In both groups pre and post-test measurements of Balance and Fall of risk will be assessed through Berg Balance scale, STAR excursion, Modified Fall Efficacy scale, and Timed Up and Go (TUG). Evaluation will be done before session start and at the end of 6th Week. | Other | Proprioceptive Training |
Primary outcome
Berg Balance Scale
Time frame: 6th Week
Determine a patient's ability (or inability) to safely balance during a series of predetermined tasks. A score of 56 indicates functional balance. A score of < 45 indicates individuals may be at greater risk of falling.
STAR Excursion test
Time frame: 6th Week
Functional screening tool to assess lower extremity dynamic stability and neuromuscular control
Modified Fall Efficacy scale
Time frame: 6th Week
Assess an individual's confidence in performing common activities of daily living without falling.5=fairly confident/fairly sure, and 10=completely confident/ completely sure. Scores can fall in between 0, 5, and 10. Interpretation: Higher scores reflect more confidence, less fear of falling. Lower scores reflect less confidence and more fear of falling
Timed Up and Go Test
Time frame: 6th Week
Assess a person's mobility and requires both static and dynamic balance
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 19 Oct 2022.
- Background: PubMed 34066681Reeves ND, Orlando G, Brown SJ. Sensory-Motor Mechanisms Increasing Falls Risk in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. Medicina (Kaunas). 2021 May 8;57(5):457. doi: 10.3390/medicina57050457.
- Background: PubMed 33719603Khan KS, Andersen H. The Impact of Diabetic Neuropathy on Activities of Daily Living, Postural Balance and Risk of Falls - A Systematic Review. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022 Mar;16(2):289-294. doi: 10.1177/1932296821997921. Epub 2021 Mar 14.
- BackgroundPavana NAP, Ghosh AJEAB. Effectiveness of Core Stability Exercise and Proprioception Exercise on Balance in Subjects with Diabetic Neuropathy-A Randomized Controlled Trial. 2021;15(3):81.
- Background: PubMed 32401683Jeon MJ, Jeon HS, Yi CH, Kwon OY, You SH, Park JH. Block and Random Practice: A Wii Fit Dynamic Balance Training in Older Adults. Res Q Exerc Sport. 2021 Sep;92(3):352-360. doi: 10.1080/02701367.2020.1733456. Epub 2020 May 13.
- Background: PubMed 30794762Cavalcante Neto JL, Steenbergen B, Wilson P, Zamuner AR, Tudella E. Is Wii-based motor training better than task-specific matched training for children with developmental coordination disorder? A randomized controlled trial. Disabil Rehabil. 2020 Sep;42(18):2611-2620. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2019.1572794. Epub 2019 Feb 22.
- BackgroundKaur S, Koley SJJ. Effectiveness of trunk balance exercises and wii fit TM balance exercises in managing disability and pain in patients with chronic low back pain. 2019.
- Background: PubMed 33639116Marques-Sule E, Arnal-Gomez A, Buitrago-Jimenez G, Suso-Marti L, Cuenca-Martinez F, Espi-Lopez GV. Effectiveness of Nintendo Wii and Physical Therapy in Functionality, Balance, and Daily Activities in Chronic Stroke Patients. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2021 May;22(5):1073-1080. doi: 10.1016/j.jamda.2021.01.076. Epub 2021 Feb 24.
- Background: PubMed 32825997Cicek A, Ozdincler AR, Tarakci E. Interactive video game-based approaches improve mobility and mood in older adults: A nonrandomized, controlled tri̇al. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2020 Jul;24(3):252-259. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.01.005. Epub 2020 Feb 6.
- Background: PubMed 32371848Cimino V, Chisari CG, Raciti G, Russo A, Veca D, Zagari F, Calabro RS, Patti F. Objective evaluation of Nintendo Wii Fit Plus balance program training on postural stability in Multiple Sclerosis patients: a pilot study. Int J Rehabil Res. 2020 Sep;43(3):199-205. doi: 10.1097/MRR.0000000000000408.
- BackgroundWatkhuma A, Boonyaroma O, Srisupornkornkoolb K. Effect of Wii Balance Board and motor imagery on balance and muscle strength in football players
- Background: PubMed 32660512Yuan RY, Chen SC, Peng CW, Lin YN, Chang YT, Lai CH. Effects of interactive video-game-based exercise on balance in older adults with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease. J Neuroeng Rehabil. 2020 Jul 13;17(1):91. doi: 10.1186/s12984-020-00725-y.
- Background: PubMed 30956680Hung ES, Chen SC, Chang FC, Shiao Y, Peng CW, Lai CH. Effects of Interactive Video Game-Based Exercise on Balance in Diabetic Patients with Peripheral Neuropathy: An Open-Level, Crossover Pilot Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 Mar 6;2019:4540709. doi: 10.1155/2019/4540709. eCollection 2019.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Syed Shakil Ur Rehman, PhD study chair
Riphah International University
Maryam Ikram, MSPT(NM)* principal investigator
Riphah International University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing baseline physical therapy treatment along with Wii Fit based exercises and Proprioceptive exercises in people with Diabetic Neuropathies, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 19 Oct 2022. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Berg Balance Scale (time frame: 6th Week). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT05282602, which also lists 13 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 19 Oct 2022.