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Behavioural Intervention

Tap Dance for Leg Amputation

N/A
Recruiting
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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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.
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.
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 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

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Physical Activities Enjoyment Scale (PACES)
Session Adherence
Secondary study objectives
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
70 Previous Clinical Trials
13,982 Total Patients Enrolled
~3 spots leftby May 2025
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