Dr Sibylle Thies' Projects (2)

Can objective stability assessment of walking aid use outside the clinic facilitate stroke rehabilitation? Apr 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2024
Considering the rising numbers of stroke survivors and the costs associated with their falls, there is an urgent need to improve stroke rehabilitation. Walking aids may be prescribed to stroke survivors to reduce falls, however, unstable use as well... Read More about Can objective stability assessment of walking aid use outside the clinic facilitate stroke rehabilitation?.

A new, novel walking frame for older adults in community settings – feasibility study with qualitative evaluation and health economic analysis May 25, 2024 - Nov 24, 2025
Walking frames have been used for many years to help people walk. They may be for people who are unsteady on their feet or for people after an operation or illness. They were designed many years ago and those frames designed for use indoors haven’t c... Read More about A new, novel walking frame for older adults in community settings – feasibility study with qualitative evaluation and health economic analysis.