Effects of Attentional Loadings on Gait Performance prior to Turning in Stroke Survivors

Attentional loadings have significant impacts on turning performance in individuals with stroke. Improper gait modification prior to turning may contribute to falls after stroke. Therefore, examination of the changes in temporal-spatial gait parameters prior to turning may reveal important deficits in gait control when stroke survivors are challenged by dual-tasking.

Source: PM and R - May 12, 2015 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Haidzir Manaf, Maria Justine, Hui-Ting Goh Source Type: research