Investigating the Clinical Significance and Research Discrepancies of Balance Training in Degenerative Cerebellar Disease: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aims of this study were to understand the clinical significance of balance training in degenerative cerebellar disease and to analyze inconsistencies among published data.

Design

Five databases were searched from inception to October 8, 2019. Cochrane guidelines informed review methods, and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were followed. The Australian National Health and Medical Research Council Evidence Hierarchy, PEDro scale, and Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tools were used to evaluate methodological quality. Outcome measures examined included ataxia severity, gait speed, and balance.

Results

Fourteen articles were identified that met inclusion criteria. The quality of evidence was moderate to

SUBMITTER: Barbuto S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8260091 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature