Vagus Nerve Stimulation Paired With Mobility Training in Chronic Ischemic Stroke: A Case Report.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The purpose of this case report is to describe pairing vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) with mobility training in an individual after stroke.

Methods

A 53-year-old man with left hemiparesis 14.2 months after an ischemic stroke participated in a pilot study investigating the safety and feasibility of VNS paired with upper limb rehabilitation. In addition to upper limb impairment, the participant had impaired gait and wanted to improve his mobility. A single-subject design investigation of VNS paired with self-directed mobility training was conducted. Following the conclusion of the pilot study, the participant was instructed to complete daily sessions of self-activated VNS paired with walking or stationary biking. The 10-Meter Walk Test and timed distance (6-Minute Wal

SUBMITTER: Kimberley TJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10748760 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature