Effects of stretching exercises on human gait: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: Background: Stretching is commonly used in physical therapy as a rehabilitation tool to improve range of motion and motor function. However, is stretching an efficient method to improve gait, and if so, for which patient category? Methods: A systematic review of randomized and non-randomized controlled trials with meta-analysis was conducted using relevant databases. Every patient category and every type of stretching programs were included without multicomponent programs. Data were meta-analysed where possible. Estimates of effect sizes (reported as standard mean difference (SMD)) with their respective 95% confidence interval (95% CI) were reported for each outcome. The PEDro scale was used for the quality assessment. Results: Twelve studies were included in the analy

SUBMITTER: Vialleron T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7919610 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature