Ankle stiffness asymmetry is associated with balance function in individuals with chronic stroke.

ABSTRACT: Ankle joint is one of important contributors on balance in stroke survivors. This study aimed to investigate the relationships of ankle stiffness symmetry ratios along the talocrural and subtalar axes with clinical balance measures and weight distribution during quiet standing in ambulatory chronic post-stroke survivors. The clinical trials involved 15 ambulatory elderly with chronic post-stroke hemiparesis and 15 healthy controls. Ankle stiffness was evaluated during non-weight-bearing isokinetic passive biaxial ankle movements, and ankle stiffness symmetry ratios between paretic and non-paretic ankle stiffness (SR: Inversion/Eversion SR_IE & Dorsi-/Plantarflexion SR_DP) were measured. A certified physiotherapist evaluated the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and weight-distri

SUBMITTER: Kim H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10514256 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature