Key result
A 6-week vestibular stimulation training program significantly improved straight walking time (16.18 vs 19.42 seconds, p=0.026) and functional gait compared to general exercise in chronic stroke patients.
Why the study?
Does a vestibular stimulation training program improve walking ability in chronic stroke patients compared to a general exercise program?
RCT (n=40)
Randomized
No
Does a vestibular stimulation training program improve walking ability in chronic stroke patients compared to a general exercise program?
A 6-week vestibular stimulation training program significantly improves straight, curved, and functional walking ability in chronic stroke patients compared to general exercise.
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Supports vestibular stimulation in chronic stroke gait rehab; extends RCT evidence beyond general exercise protocols.
This study examined the effects of a vestibular stimulation training program on the walking ability of chronic stroke patients over a six month period.
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Nam et al. (2019) conducted an RCT in Chronic stroke (n=40). Vestibular stimulation training program vs. General exercise program was evaluated on 10-meter walking test (10mWT) time in seconds (p=0.026). A 6-week vestibular stimulation training program significantly improved straight walking time (16.18 vs 19.42 seconds, p=0.026) and functional gait compared to general exercise in chronic stroke patients.
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