American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Nov 2014
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyGait training with a robotic leg brace after stroke: a randomized controlled pilot study.
Robot-aided exercise therapy is a promising approach to enhance walking ability in stroke survivors. This study was designed to test a new robotic knee brace for restoring mobility in stroke survivors. ⋯ Robotic therapy for ambulatory stroke patients with chronic hemiparesis using a robotic knee brace resulted in only modest functional benefits that were comparable with a group exercise intervention.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Nov 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of postural balance training on gait parameters in children with cerebral palsy.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of dynamic bilateral postural stability on balance control and gait parameters in children with cerebral palsy. ⋯ Balance training on the Biodex Stability System could be a useful tool in conjunction with traditional physical therapy program for improving balance control and gait functions in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.
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Am J Phys Med Rehabil · Oct 2014
Comparative StudyAssociation between energy availability and physical activity in older adults.
Age-related declines in physical activity are commonly observed in human and animal populations, but their physiologic bases are not fully understood. The authors hypothesize that a lack of available energy contributes to low levels of activity in older persons. ⋯ The findings from this study support the hypothesis that available energy promotes the maintenance of physical activity in older persons. The findings also run counter to the perception that age-related declines in physical activity are primarily societally or behaviorally driven.