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October 23, 2025Neurology Research InternationalOpen Access

The Efficacy of HIIT Programs for the Improvement of Aerobic Capacity and Functionality for Stroke Survivors: Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

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EPElena PapamichaelITIrene-Chrysovalanto ThemistocleousSHStelios Hadjisavvas

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Overview

Systematic review finds that high-intensity interval training enhances aerobic capacity and motor function in stroke survivors, suggesting effective rehabilitation methods.

Key Points

  • HIIT demonstrates significant improvements in aerobic capacity and motor function for poststroke survivors, paving the way for better recovery.
  • The meta-analysis reviewed 11 studies involving 458 stroke survivors, highlighting its strong impact on various health outcomes.
  • Statistical analysis utilized confidence intervals and heterogeneity index to evaluate the consistency of HIIT benefits across studies.
  • These findings support the use of high-intensity interval training as a safe and effective rehabilitation strategy for stroke survivors.

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Papamichael et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68f9a0eb8ea8f2f37ee94c7ahttps://doi.org/10.1155/nri/4543683
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