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| The effects of action observation training and mirror therapy on gait and balance in stroke patients |
| Lee HJ, Kim YM, Lee DK |
| Journal of Physical Therapy Science 2017 Mar;29(3):523-526 |
| clinical trial |
| 4/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: No; Baseline comparability: Yes; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: No; Adequate follow-up: No; Intention-to-treat analysis: No; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed* |
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PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of action observation training and mirror therapy to improve on balance and gait function of stroke patients. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: The participants were randomly allocated to one of three groups: The action observation training with activity group practiced additional action observation training with activity for three 30-minute session for six weeks (n = 12). The mirror therapy with activity group practiced additional mirror therapy with activity for three 30-minute sessions for six weeks (n = 11). The only action observation training group practiced additional action observation training for three 30-minute sessions for weeks (n = 12). All groups received conventional therapy for five 60-minute sessions over a six-week period. RESULTS: There were significant improvements in balance and gait function. The action observation training with activity group significantly improved subjects' static balance. The action observation training with activity group and the mirror therapy with activity group significantly improved subjects' gait ability. CONCLUSION: The activation of mirror neurons combined with a conventional stroke physiotherapy program enhances lower-extremity motor recovery and motor functioning in stroke patients.
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