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Dynamic postural control in patients with hemiparesis.

Tetsuo Ikai1, Takeshi Kamikubo, Itaru Takehara

  • 1Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Jikei University School of Medicine, Komae, Tokyo, Japan.

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
|June 25, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Patients with hemiparesis exhibit impaired dynamic postural control, leading to a higher risk of falls, especially towards the affected side. This study highlights balance deficits in stroke survivors.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Biomechanics
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Postural instability is a significant challenge for individuals with hemiparesis following a stroke.
  • Effective dynamic postural control is crucial for maintaining balance and preventing falls.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantitatively assess dynamic postural control in hemiparetic patients compared to age-matched healthy controls.
  • To identify specific balance deficits contributing to falls in stroke survivors.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized quantitative posturography (EquiTest System) to measure responses to sudden forward, backward, and rotational (toes-up/down) perturbations.
  • Evaluated 59 hemiparetic patients capable of household ambulation and 98 healthy volunteers.
  • Analyzed balance responses based on weight symmetry, response latency, amplitude (strength), and strength symmetry.

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Main Results:

  • Hemiparetic patients demonstrated longer response latencies and weaker response strengths on their paretic side.
  • Dynamic postural control was significantly impaired in the hemiparetic group compared to healthy controls.
  • Specific deficits were observed in reacting to disruptive balance forces.

Conclusions:

  • Individuals with hemiparesis experience substantial deficits in dynamic postural control.
  • These impairments increase the likelihood of falls, with a notable risk towards the paretic side.
  • Findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve balance and reduce fall risk in stroke rehabilitation.