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Effects of lower limb strengthening on balance and function in persons who suff...
Fernandes, B; Batista, F; Beckert, P; Evangelista, I; Ferreira, MJ; Prates, L; Sérgio, JIntroduction - Cerebrovascular diseases, and among them, cerebral vascular accidents, are one of the main causes of morbidity and disability at European Union countries. Clinical framework resulting from these diseases include important limitations in functional ability of the these patients Postural control dysfunctions are one of the most common and devastating consequences of a stroke interfering with functi...
Knee muscle strength, balance and functional independence in persons with stroke
Fernandes, B; Batista, F; Beckert, P; Ivangelista, I; Ferreira, MJ; Prates, L; Sérgio, JPurpose: To investigate the relationship between knee muscle strength, balance and functional independence within the first month after stroke. Relevance: Cerebral vascular disease is one of the main causes of morbidity, disability and mortality in developed countries. Problems with movement control are frequent after stroke. Lower limb weakness and impaired balance are common problems that are related with the...
Relationship of balance to function independence in stroke survivors
Fernandes, B; Prates, L; Ferreira, MJ; Beckert, P; Evangelista, I; Sérgio, JCerebral vascular disease is the primary cause of permanent disability in Portugal. Impaired stability is considered an important feature after stroke as it is related with higher risk of falls and functional dependence. Physiotherapy intervention usually starts early after stroke in order to direct motor recovery and help patients to improve their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL). Purpose: t...