Tilt Table Therapies for Patients with Severe Disorders of Consciousness: A Randomized, Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT: One major aim of the neurological rehabilitation of patients with severe disorders of consciousness (DOC) is to enhance patients' arousal and ability to communicate. Mobilization into a standing position by means of a tilt table has been shown to improve their arousal and awareness. However, due to the frequent occurrence of syncopes on a tilt table, it is easier to accomplish verticalization using a tilt table with an integrated stepping device. The objective of this randomized controlled clinical trial was to evaluate the effectiveness of a tilt table therapy with or without an integrated stepping device on the level of consciousness. A total of 50 participants in vegetative or minimally conscious states 4 weeks to 6 month after injury were treated with verticalization during this random

SUBMITTER: Krewer C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4666666 | biostudies-literature | 2015

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature