Effect of whole-body vibration training on the recovery of lower limb function in people with stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis

CONCLUSIONS: Compared with the control group, using WBVT treatment has a more obvious effect on the recovery of lower limb function and muscle spasticity, and there is no obvious advantage in motor function recovery.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONThis Systematic Review and meta-analysis of evidence suggest that whole-body vibration training is effective in the rehabilitation of lower limb function in patients with stroke.Whole body vibration training may be a better choice for improving balance and spasm in people with stroke.Currently it is not known which whole-body vibration training model with vibration intensity, stimulus type and duration is most effective and to design more targeted interventions.PMID:36367314 | DOI:10.1080/09638288.2022.2138993
Source: Disability and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Source Type: research