Jolanda M B Roelofs, Sarah B Zandvliet, Ingrid M Schut, Anouk C M Huisinga, Alfred C Schouten, Henk T Hendricks, Digna de Kam, Leo A M Aerden, Johannes B J Bussmann, Alexander C H Geurts, Vivian Weerdesteyn
BACKGROUND: After mild stroke persistent balance limitations may occur, creating a risk factor for fear of falling, falls, and reduced activity levels. Objective. To investigate whether individuals in the chronic phase after mild stroke show balance and gait limitations, elevated fall risk, reduced balance confidence, and physical activity levels compared to healthy controls. METHODS: An observational case-control study was performed. Main outcomes included the Mini-Balance Evaluation Systems Test (mini-BEST), Timed Up and Go (TUG), 10-m Walking Test (10-MWT), and 6-item version Activity-specific Balance Confidence (6-ABC) scale which were measured in 1 session...
October 25, 2023: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair