Early end-effector-based gait training in non-ambulatory patients with visuospatial neglect after subacute stroke.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Early gait training plays a critical role in stroke rehabilitation, as reflected in relevant guidelines. However, patients with visuospatial neglect-a factor that negatively impacts gait recovery-have traditionally been excluded from robot-assisted gait training studies. To address this issue, our study examined the effects of end-effector-based gait training on subacute stroke patients with visuospatial neglect.

Methods

A total of 43 patients were randomized in a controlled, assessor-blinded study and assigned either to end-effector-based gait training plus standard physical therapy or early verticalization with a standing frame plus standard physical therapy. All patients underwent nine training sessions over 2 weeks. We analyzed the primary outcome measure, t

SUBMITTER: Gorsler A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12520930 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature