title: Effects of a novel walking training program with postural correction and visual feedback on walking function in patients with post-stroke hemiparesis.
abstract: [Purpose] This study aimed to elucidate the effects of a novel walking training program with postural correction and visual feedback on walking function in patients with post-stroke hemiparesis. [Subjects] Sixteen subjects were randomly allocated to either the experimental group (EG) or the control group (CG), with eight subjects in each. [Methods] EG and CG subjects performed a 30-min treadmill walking training exercise twice daily for 2 weeks. EG subjects also underwent postural correction using elastic bands and received visual feedback during walking. The 10-m walk test was performed, and gait parameters were measured using a gait analysis system. [Results] All parameters showed significant main effects for the group factor and time-by-group interactions. Significant main effects for the time factor were found in the stride length and stance phase ratios. [Conclusion] The novel walking training program with postural correction and visual feedback may improve walking function in patients with post-stroke hemiparesis.
authors.affiliation: Department of Sports Science, The Graduate School, Chonbuk National University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Sang Hee
authors.initials: SH
authors.lastname: Won
authors.affiliation: Department of Sports Science, College of Sports Science, Chonbuk National University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Jae Cheol
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Kim
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Science, Cheongju University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Duck-Won
authors.initials: DW
authors.lastname: Oh
keywords: Postural correction; Stroke; Walking function