SUBACUTE STROKE

This study tested whether combining breathing exercises (inspiratory muscle training) with a core-stability maneuver (abdominal drawing-in) improves balance, walking, and lung function in people who had a stroke 1 to 6 months earlier. Twenty participants were assigned to either t…

This study tested two therapies—mirror therapy and PNF techniques—to see if they improve leg movement and balance in people who had a subacute stroke. 36 participants aged 40-65 were split into two groups, each receiving one therapy along with standard exercises. The goal was to …

This study tested a powered hip exoskeleton for gait training in 32 people who had a stroke at least 3 months earlier. Participants used the device for 10 sessions over 5 weeks. The main goal was to check safety and see if walking speed improved.

This study tested whether robot-assisted arm therapy works as well as traditional therapy with a physiotherapist for people recovering from a stroke. 58 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 weeks took part in a 6-week program doing the same arm exercises, either with a robot…

This study tested whether a virtual reality-based treadmill program could improve walking in people who had a stroke within the last 6 months. Thirty participants with mild to moderate walking problems took part. The training used a 2D camera to measure steps, stride length, and …

This study tested whether a device that sends magnetic pulses to shoulder muscles can help stroke patients with a dislocated shoulder. Twenty people in the subacute phase of stroke received either real or fake magnetic stimulation for 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week, for 2 weeks,…

This study tested whether using a video game called MindPod Dolphin is safe and practical for arm rehabilitation in people who recently had a stroke. 58 participants played the game, controlling a dolphin with their affected arm. The goal was to see if patients would stick with i…

This study tested whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (tES) can improve movement and thinking in people who had a stroke. Sixty adults who had a stroke between 2 weeks and 2 years ago received real or fake stimulation while doing physical therapy. Researchers…

This study looked at whether adding a 15-minute vibration treatment to a standard arm skill program helps people who had a stroke 3-6 months ago. 60 participants were split into two groups: one got the vibration plus training, the other got training alone. Researchers measured ar…

This study tested whether adding task-specific training to standard physical therapy helps people who had a stroke 2-6 months ago improve ankle strength and walking. 66 participants were split into two groups: one received the combined therapy, the other standard therapy alone, f…

This study tested whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) cuffs to cognitive-motor dual task training helps people recovering from a stroke. Twenty-eight subacute stroke patients did either BFR plus dual task training or dual task training alone for 5 weeks. The goal was to s…

This study tested whether intensive treadmill training with a harness to support body weight can improve walking and balance in people who recently had a stroke. Forty participants in the subacute phase (2-6 weeks after stroke) completed a 3-week program. Researchers also measure…