Functional Electrical Stimulation Cycling for Gait Rehabilitation in Stroke Survivors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Key Points

• This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of functional electrical stimulation (FES) cycling in improving gait ability in stroke survivors.
• Conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials on FES cycling for stroke rehabilitation.
• Compiled data from multiple studies to perform a meta-analysis on gait outcomes.
• Evaluated the quality and parameters of included trials.
• Findings show limited evidence of FES cycling's effect on gait improvement in stroke survivors.
• Optimal treatment parameters for FES cycling remain undetermined.
• Additional high-quality studies are recommended to strengthen evidence.