Functional ambulation training based on the activities of daily living in a realistic environment for treating hemiplegic stroke survivors

• DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.0254-1424.2017.06.011
• Publication Date: 2017-06-25
• Authors: Liangwen Sun; Jinrong Hu; Fei Li; Mengmeng Shao; Haiyan Li
• Keywords: Berg Balance Scale; Stroke; Functional training; Barthel index

Objective To observe the effects of functional ambulation training in a realistic environment based on activities daily living among stroke patients with hemiplegia.

Methods Thirty-two survivors hemiplegia were randomly divided into an experimental group and control group, each 16. Both groups given routine rehabilitation training, while was additionally for 60 min per day, five days week six weeks.Both evaluated using mini-mental state examination (MMSE), Holden walking class assessment (HWFCA), Berg balance scale (BBS), gait (FGA), 5 times sit to stand test (FTSST), timed up go (TUGT), rated specific activity confidence (ABC) modified Barthel index (MBI).

Results Before no significant differences between two found terms any measurements. After weeks improvement observed all outcome measures except MMSE HWFCA, scoring significantly better, average, than group.

Conclusion When combined can enhance gait, postural survivors. This should facilitate their life improve maintaining balance.

Key words: Stroke; Environment; Functional training; Balance; Activities