End-point kinematics using virtual reality explaining upper limb impairment and activity capacity in stroke.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:For evaluation of upper limb impairment and activity capacity, Fugl-Meyer Assessment of Upper Extremity (FMA-UE) and Action Research Arm Test (ARAT) are recommended to be included in stroke trials. To improve the understanding of mechanisms of motor recovery, and differentiate between restitution and compensation, kinematic analysis is also recommended for assessment of upper limb function after stroke. AIM:To determine the extent to which end-point kinematic variables obtained from the target-to-target pointing task were associated with upper limb impairment or activity limitation as assessed by traditional clinical scales in individuals with stroke. METHODS:Sixty-four individuals, from acute stage up to one year after stroke, were included from the Stroke Arm Longitudinal stud

SUBMITTER: Hussain N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6604147 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature