Assessing a Telehealth Seated Exercise Program on Post-stroke Balance and Mobility: A Mixed-method Design
This study will determine the acceptability of delivering seated exercises online and if seated exercises can improve balance, mobility, quality of life, and cardiometabolic health in those living with a stroke related mobility impairment. Participants will be allocated to either a 10-week seated exercise program or a delayed 2-week Boot Camp program. All seated exercises sessions and assessments will be conducted virtually.
⁃ Participants must meet the following inclusion criteria:
• Adult (as defined by Province)
• Chronic stroke (more than 6 months post-stroke)
• Ability to stand up from a chair
• Mobility impairment of lower extremity (requires a walking aid, with or without close supervision)
• Able to safely engage in exercise and tolerate 60 minutes of exercises
• Able to communicate in English
• Have access to a tablet, computer, or laptop with internet and email access