The Effects of Task-Oriented Circuit Training Using Rehabilitation Tools on the Upper-Extremity Functions and Daily Activities of Patients with Acute Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial
Osong Public Health and Research Perspectives
;
(6): 225-230, 2018.
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in English
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| ID: wpr-717793
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES:
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of task-oriented circuit training (TOCT) using the rehabilitation tools for upper extremity function upon the daily life of patients with acute stroke.METHODS:
Eighteen patients with acute stroke were randomly allocated into either the experimental group or the control group. The experimental group performed the TOCT program using rehabilitation tools, whilst the control group had neuro-developmental treatment. Both groups received 30 minutes of treatment per session, 5~6 times per week, for 4 weeks. The assessments conducted were the Fugl-Meyer assessment, motor activity log and stroke impact scale to compare the upper extremity function and activities of daily living.RESULTS:
The results showed a significant improvement in the TOCT group compared with the neuro-developmental treatment group in the amount of motor activity use and high stroke impact score, indicating recovery (p < 0.05).CONCLUSION:
The TOCT program using rehabilitation tools could have a positive impact on acute stroke patients use of their upper extremity.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Rehabilitation
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Activities of Daily Living
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Stroke
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Upper Extremity
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Circuit-Based Exercise
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Motor Activity
Type of study:
Controlled clinical trial
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Osong Public Health and Research Perspectives
Year:
2018
Type:
Article
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