The whole day matters after stroke: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial investigating the effect of a 'sit less, move more, sleep better' program early after stroke.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Movement-related behaviours, including prolonged sedentary behaviour, physical inactivity, and poor sleep, are associated with worse functional outcomes poststroke. Addressing these co-dependent behaviours early after stroke may help to optimize recovery and improve overall quality of life for individuals with stroke.

Objective

This study aims to determine the feasibility and effect of a 'sit less, move more, sleep better' program early after stroke on functional mobility and global disability outcomes, while also exploring imaging and behavioural markers that may influence walking recovery.

Methods

The study is an assessor-blinded, single-center, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial to be completed within 24 months from July 12, 2023 to June 30, 202

SUBMITTER: Okusanya D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10703225 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature