Respiratory Strength Training Versus Respiratory Relaxation Training in the Rehabilitation of Physical Impairment, Function, and Return to Participation After Stroke: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Persistent disability in chronic stroke survivors is often attributed to arm or leg weakness; however, respiratory muscle weakness also impedes poststroke rehabilitation, reduces quality of life, and increases the risk of health complications. Respiratory complications are common after stroke and place patients at risk for both prolonged functional disability and mortality. In addition, stroke survivors face ongoing cardiovascular disease that places them at risk for recurrent stroke.

Objective

The study aims to compare the effects of 2 respiratory training programs, paired with individualized flexibility, strengthening, and cardiovascular exercise programs, on physiologic, activity, and societal participation outcomes in chronic stroke survivors.

Methods

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SUBMITTER: Rose DK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11635318 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature