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Effects of Exercise-Based Telerehabilitation Programs on Functional Recovery and Related Outcomes After Stroke: A
Yaiza Casas-Rodríguez1,2,3, Carlos López-de-Celis2,3,4,5, Sergi Rodríguez-Rodríguez5,6
1Research Group on Methodology, Methods, Models and Results of the Social and Health Sciences (M3O), Faculty of Health and Welfare Sciences, University of Vic-Central University of Catalonia (UVic-UCC), 08500 Vic, Spain.
Telerehabilitation significantly improves functional capacity, mobility, and quality of life for stroke survivors, offering outcomes comparable to traditional therapy. This remote approach enhances accessibility and patient adherence to post-stroke recovery programs.
Area of Science:
- Neurorehabilitation
- Digital Health
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Stroke is a primary cause of long-term disability, necessitating effective rehabilitation strategies.
- Telerehabilitation provides accessible, continuous, remote therapy for stroke survivors.
- This review assesses telerehabilitation's impact on post-stroke functional recovery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effects of telerehabilitation on functional capacity, mobility, balance, and quality of life in stroke survivors.
- To compare telerehabilitation outcomes with conventional rehabilitation methods.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search adhering to PRISMA guidelines across multiple databases.
- Inclusion of randomized controlled and quasi-experimental trials from the past decade.
- Assessment of methodological quality using Joanna Briggs Institute and Cochrane risk of bias tools.
Main Results:
- Telerehabilitation demonstrated significant improvements in functional capacity, motor performance, and balance.
- Outcomes were comparable to conventional rehabilitation, with added benefits in self-efficacy and adherence.
- Low overall risk of bias was noted, though participant blinding was not feasible.
Conclusions:
- Telerehabilitation is a viable strategy for post-stroke recovery, enhancing accessibility and psychosocial well-being.
- It offers comparable results to traditional rehabilitation, improving patient outcomes.
- Further standardized trials with longer follow-up are needed to solidify clinical effectiveness.
