Impact of whole-body vibration training on ankle joint proprioception and balance in stroke patients: a prospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although whole-body vibration (WBV) training is acknowledged for its benefits in enhancing motor functions across several neurological disorders, its precise influence on ankle joint proprioception and balance in stroke patients is still not well understood. This research seeks to assess the impact of WBV training on ankle joint proprioception and balance in stroke patients, thereby filling this important research void.

Methods

In this prospective cohort study, thirty-five stroke patients were randomly assigned to either the WBV group (n = 17) or a control group (n = 18) using a random number table method. The control group received daily general rehabilitation for four weeks, while the WBV group received an additional 30 min of WBV training each day with the Trun

SUBMITTER: Xu P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11446111 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature