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Effects of 3D visual feedback exercise on the balance and walking abilities of hemiplegic patients
Jung J-C, Goo B-O, Lee D-H, Roh H-I
Journal of Physical Therapy Science 2011 Dec;23(6):859-862
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: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: No; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: No. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed*

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of 3-dimensional exercise with visual feedback on stroke patients. SUBJECTS: Twenty-two patients with hemiplegia were randomly allocated to either a 3D exercise group (3DG) consisting of 11 members or a weight shifting exercise group (WSG), also of 11 members. METHODS: The 3DG received neurophysiological treatment and performed 3D exercise and the WSG received neurophysiological treatment and performed weight shifting exercise, 5 times a week for 6 weeks. The Berg Balance Scale and 10 m walking time were used to evaluate the patients' balance and walking abilities. RESULTS: Balance and gait abilities of patients improved in both the 3DG and the WSG. A comparison of the two groups found that the 3DG showed a greater improvement in balance ability than the WSG. CONCLUSION: 3-dimensional exercise with visual feedback is effective at improving the balance and gait of stroke patients.

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