Effect of Balance Support on the Energy Cost of Walking After Stroke

Conclusions: Balance support can result in a significant reduction in the energy cost of walking in stroke patients, the magnitude of which depends on walking ability and the walking task. Impaired balance control should not be overlooked as a contributing factor to the increased energy cost of walking in patients with stroke, and improving or assisting balance control should be considered to reduce the energy cost of hemiplegic gait.

Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - May 22, 2013 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Trienke IJmker, Han Houdijk, Claudine J. Lamoth, Ameerani V. Jarbandhan, Daniëlle Rijntjes, Peter J. Beek, Lucas H. van der Woude Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research