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Comparison of Energy Expenditure Between Aquatic and Overground Treadmill Walking in People Post‐Stroke
ConclusionThis study demonstrated a decreased metabolic cost when ATW at matched speeds to that of OTW. Reduced metabolic cost during ATW may allow for longer durations of treadmill‐induced gait training compared with OTW for improved outcomes. This knowledge may aid clinicians when prescribing aquatic treadmill exercise for people post‐stroke with goals of improving gait and functional mobility. However, decreased metabolic cost during ATW suggests that to improve cardiovascular fitness, ATW may not be a time‐efficient method of cardiovascular exercise for healthy adults and people post‐stroke. Copyright © 2013 J...
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - June 1, 2013 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Taeyou Jung, Yoshi Ozaki, Byron Lai, Konstantinos Vrongistinos Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Functional Limitations due to Fatigue Among Independently Ambulant Stroke Survivors in Osun, South‐Western Nigeria
This study assessed the functional limitations due to fatigue in community‐dwelling stroke survivors undergoing physiotherapy. The differences in functional limitations due to fatigue were determined between sexes, stroke types, sides of affectation, age categories and levels of disability. Relationships between functional limitation due to fatigue and these variables were also determined.
MethodsThis was a cross‐sectional study involving 63 stroke survivors (35 male survivors and 28 female survivors) with ages ranging from 45 to 79 years (mean = 53.68 ± 10.95 years). Functional limitation due to fatigue w...
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - March 1, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Adebimpe O. Obembe, Matthew M. Olaogun, Alaba E. Olalemi Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Relationship between oxygen cost of walking and level of walking disability after stroke: An experimental study
This study investigated the nature of the relationship between level of disability and oxygen cost in people with chronic stroke.
MethodsLevel of walking disability was measured as comfortable walking speed using the 10‐m Walk Test reported in m/s with 55 ambulatory people 2 years after stroke. Oxygen cost was measured during 3 walking tasks: overground walking at comfortable speed, overground walking at fast speed, and stair walking at comfortable speed. Oxygen cost was calculated from oxygen uptake divided by distance covered during walking and reported in ml∙kg−1∙m−1.
ResultsThe relationship between level of ...
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - April 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Janaine C. Polese, Louise Ada, Luci F. Teixeira ‐Salmela Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
‘Finding a Balance’ in Involving Patients in Goal Setting Early After Stroke: A Physiotherapy Perspective
DiscussionPhysiotherapists perceived that collaborating with patients in goal setting was important but challenging. Goal setting interactions with other professionals, patients and families were perceived as complex, difficult and requiring significant effort. The importance of individuality and temporality were recognized suggesting that the goal setting approach needs to be adapted to the context and the individuals involved. Copyright © 2013 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - September 1, 2013 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: A. Lloyd, A. R. Roberts, J. A. Freeman Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
High‐Intensity Aerobic Interval Training for Patients 3–9 Months After Stroke. A Feasibility Study
ConclusionsThis study has shown that high‐intensity AIT is feasible for a selected group of stroke patients. However, the training should be accomplished in line with the American College of Sports Medicine guidelines for high‐risk populations to ensure safety. The participants achieved a clinically highly significant improvement in walking distance. This intervention should be tested out in a randomized controlled trial to assess if it is superior to other interventions. Copyright © 2013 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - September 1, 2013 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Torunn Askim, Anne Eitrem Dahl, Inger Lise Aamot, Anne Hokstad, Jorunn Helbostad, Bent Indredavik Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
The Bobath Concept in Walking Activity in Chronic Stroke Measured Through the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health
ConclusionA rehabilitation programme based on the Bobath Concept improved walking activities in people with chronic stroke. For this intervention, the use of the ICF qualifiers was sensitive in perceiving post‐treatment changes. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - December 4, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Miguel Benito García, María Ángeles Atín Arratibel, Maria Estíbaliz Terradillos Azpiroz Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Incidence, Time Course and Predictors of Impairments Relating to Caring for the Profoundly Affected arm After Stroke: A Systematic Review
DiscussionThere is no published evidence on predicting the likelihood of difficulty caring for the arm following stroke. However, the related impairments of spasticity, pain and contracture are common. Given the time‐course of development, clinicians may need not only to intervene early but also be prepared to act over a longer time period. Further research is needed to examine difficulty caring for the arm and the relationship with associated impairments to enable researchers and clinicians to develop targeted interventions. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - May 25, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Rhoda Allison, Laura Shenton, Kathryn Bamforth, Cherry Kilbride, David Richards Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Training using a new multidirectional reach tool improves balance in individuals with stroke
ConclusionThe results of this study provide evidence that training using a new multidirectional reach tool is effective for improving balance in individuals with stroke.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - February 13, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Numpung Khumsapsiri, Akkradate Siriphorn, Kanokporn Pooranawatthanakul, Tanyarut Oungphalachai Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Comparative Lung Function Performance of Stroke Survivors and Age‐matched and Sex‐matched Controls
DiscussionThe weakness of respiratory muscles associated with stroke may have contributed to decreases in lung function observed. There was a significant reduction in chest excursion of SS compared with CG. Chest excursion has been used as an indicator of respiratory muscle function because the range of motion of the thorax serves the respiration. Movements of the thorax influence the content of the thorax cavity, leading to alterations in lung volumes.
Implications for Physiotherapy PracticeStroke survivors have lower lung function when compared with CG; this has implications for clinicians in stroke rehabilitation, under...
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - December 1, 2012 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Victor Emeka Ezeugwu, Matthew Olaogun, Chidozie Emmanuel Mbada, Rufus Adedoyin Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Feedback Received While Practicing Everyday Activities During Rehabilitation After Stroke: An Observational Study
ConclusionGiven the importance of specific content for learning, therapists could replace some motivational statements with information feedback. When practicing alone, information feedback could be provided by commercially available biofeedback or customized equipment. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - December 2, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Rosalyn Stanton, Louise Ada, Catherine M. Dean, Elisabeth Preston Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
The Use of Cuff Weights for Aquatic Gait Training in People Post‐Stroke with Hemiparesis
ConclusionThe results suggest that the use of additional weight can be helpful if the goal of gait training is to improve walking speed of people post‐stroke during pool floor walking. However, it is interesting to note that changes in gait variables were not found in the paretic limb where favourable responses were expected to occur. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - December 1, 2014 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ryota Nishiyori, Byron Lai, Do Kyeong Lee, Konstantinos Vrongistinos, Taeyou Jung Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Content of conventional therapy for the severely affected arm during subacute rehabilitation after stroke: An analysis of physiotherapy and occupational therapy practice
ConclusionsPatients after stroke with a severely affected arm and an unfavorable prognosis for arm motor recovery receive little arm‐oriented PT and OT. Therapists spent most arm treatment time on body functions. There was a considerable overlap in the content of PT and OT in 12 of the 15 categories. Results can be generalized only to patients with poor arm motor control and may not represent practice in other countries.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - December 31, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Lex D. Jong, Frederike Wijck, Roy E. Stewart, Alexander C.H. Geurts, Pieter U. Dijkstra Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Effect of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation on Plantar Flexor Muscle Spasticity and Walking Speed in Stroke Patients
ConclusionBoth 30 min and 60 min of application of TENS are effective in reducing spasticity of ankle plantar flexors, improving walking ability and increase the effectiveness of task related training. Based on the effect size, we would recommend a longer duration application for the reduction of spasticity. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - August 12, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Darshan Laddha, G. Shankar Ganesh, Monalisa Pattnaik, Patitapaban Mohanty, Chittaranjan Mishra Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Effectiveness of Faradic and Russian currents on plantar flexor muscle spasticity, ankle motor recovery, and functional gait in stroke patients
ConclusionAdding ES to exercises are associated with low to medium effect sizes (<0.5) in reducing spasticity and improving ankle ROM.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - January 1, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: G. Shankar Ganesh, Ranjita Kumari, Monalisa Pattnaik, Patitapaban Mohanty, Chittaranjan Mishra, Parminder Kaur, Anandhi Dakshinamoorthy Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Aerobic exercise prior to task ‐specific training to improve poststroke motor function: A case series
DiscussionCombining aerobic exercise with task‐specific training may be a worthwhile therapeutic approach to improve upper limb motor function suitable for persons in the subacute or chronic phase after stroke.
Source: Physiotherapy Research International - January 1, 2018 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: S.R. Valkenborghs, M.M. Visser, M. Nilsson, R. Callister, P. Vliet Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
