Table 4 Feasibility outcomes of the pilot study
Level | Parameter | Feasibility aim | Result of piloting |
|---|---|---|---|
Target recruitment level | Interested patients in the hospital, N | 40 | 52 |
Recruitment rate after hospital discharge, % (n) | 63% (25/40) | 27% (14/52) | |
Study completion, % (n) | 80% (20/25) | 79% (11/14) | |
Appropriateness of assessments | BBS Score < 53 at baseline, % (n) | 80% (20/25) | 29% (4/14) |
DGI Score < 22 at baseline, % (n) | 80% (20/25) | 29% (4/14) | |
ABC Scale Score < 95 at baseline, % (n) | 80% (20/25) | 57% (8/14) | |
Home-based balance training | Intervention-related injuries, % (n) | 0% (0/20) | 0% (0/11) |
No problems at home1, % (n) | 90% (18/20) | 91% (10/11) | |
At least 450 min between t1 and t2, % (n) | 90% (18/20) | 82% (9/11) | |
Second home visit for technical support (only WBT), % (n) | 20% (2/10) | 20% (1/5) |