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Higher frequency, power-focused intensity, and traditional strength training programs yield superior improvements in walking capacity, speed, and quality of life compared to other prescriptions.
To get the most out of strength training after a stroke, focus on moving quickly (power) rather than just lifting heavy weights. Aim for more frequent sessions and traditional exercises that target specific muscle groups. This approach has been shown to significantly improve walking speed and quality of life.
ST interventions that were more frequent (greater days per week), used high movement speeds (power-focused training), included more total ST sessions, and trained single muscle groups were superior to high intensity and functional ST for impacting stroke recovery outcomes.
Why this rating
Based on meta-regression of heterogeneous studies; certainty varies.
Source
Prescribing strength training for stroke recovery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Kenneth S. Noguchi et al. · British Journal of Sports Medicine · 2024
DOI 10.1136/bjsports-2024-108476
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