ArticlePhysical therapy2014
Integrating aerobic training within subacute stroke rehabilitation: a feasibility study.
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- Chinese Stroke Association guidelines for clinical management of ischaemic cerebrovascular diseases: executive summary and 2023 update.Stroke and vascular neurology · 2023Guideline
- Physical Fitness Training in Patients with Subacute Stroke (PHYS-STROKE): Safety analyses of a randomized clinical trial.International journal of stroke : official journal of the International Stroke Society · 2022Trial
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- Exploring the Perspectives of People With Stroke on Exercise During Rehabilitation: A Qualitative Descriptive Study Focused on Aerobic Exercise Participation.Brain & NeuroRehabilitation · 2026Article
- Effects of three aerobic exercise protocols on acute glucose response and continuous glucose monitoring trends in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and stroke: a randomized controlled trial.BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation · 2025Article
- An Intensive Exercise Program Using a Technology-Enriched Rehabilitation Gym for the Recovery of Function in People With Chronic Stroke: Usability Study.JMIR rehabilitation and assistive technologies · 2023Article
- Task-Oriented Circuit Training as an Alternative to Ergometer-Type Aerobic Exercise Training after Stroke.Journal of clinical medicine · 2021Article
- Integrating Survivors of Stroke Into Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation Improves Endurance and Functional Strength.Journal of the American Heart Association · 2021Article
- Normobaric Hypoxia Exposure During Treadmill Aerobic Exercise After Stroke: A Safety and Feasibility Study.Frontiers in physiology · 2021Article
- Feasibility of integrating survivors of stroke into cardiac rehabilitation: A mixed methods pilot study.PloS one · 2021Article
- Determining Safe Participation in Aerobic Exercise Early After Stroke Through a Graded Submaximal Exercise Test.Physical therapy · 2020Article
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- Effectiveness of a multimodal exercise rehabilitation program on walking capacity and functionality after a stroke.Journal of exercise rehabilitation · 2017Article
- Dynamics of middle cerebral artery blood flow velocity during moderate-intensity exercise.Journal of applied physiology (Bethesda, Md. : 1985) · 2017Article
- Recumbent Stepper Submaximal Test response is reliable in adults with and without stroke.PloS one · 2017Article
- Fostering Clinical-Research Partnerships to Advance Physiotherapy Practice: The Role of an Innovative Neuro-Rehabilitation Clinic.Physiotherapy Canada. Physiotherapie Canada · 2017Article
- Intensifying Functional Task Practice to Meet Aerobic Training Guidelines in Stroke Survivors.Frontiers in physiology · 2017Article
- Promoting Optimal Physical Exercise for Life: An Exercise and Self-Management Program to Encourage Participation in Physical Activity after Discharge from Stroke Rehabilitation-A Feasibility Study.Stroke research and treatment · 2016Article
- Feasibility of delivering a dance intervention for subacute stroke in a rehabilitation hospital setting.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2015Article
- Does aerobic exercise and the FITT principle fit into stroke recovery?Current neurology and neuroscience reports · 2015Review
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Abstract
backgroundAerobic activity positively affects patients recovering from stroke and is part of best practice guidelines, yet this evidence has not been translated to routine practice.
objectiveThe objective of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of a model of care that integrated aerobic training in an inpatient rehabilitation setting for patients in the subacute stage of stroke recovery. Key elements of the program were personalized training prescription based on submaximal test results and supervision within a group setting.
designThis was a prospective cohort study.
methodsParticipants (N=78) completed submaximal exercise testing prior to enrollment, and the test results were used by their treating physical therapists for exercise prescription. Feasibility was evaluated using enrollment, class attendance, adherence to prescription, and participant perceptions.
resultsOverall, 31 patients (40%) were referred to and completed the exercise program. Cardiac comorbidities were the main reason for nonreferral to the fitness group. Program attendance was 77%; scheduling conflicts were the primary barrier to participation. The majority of participants (63%) achieved 20 minutes of continuous exercise by the end of the program. No adverse events were reported, all participants felt they benefited from the program, and 80% of the participants expressed interest in continuing to exercise regularly after discharge. LIMITATIONS: Cardiac comorbidities prevented enrollment in the program for 27% of the admitted patients, and strategies for inclusion in exercise programs in this population should be explored.
conclusionsThis individualized exercise program within a group delivery model was feasible; however, ensuring adequate aerobic targets were met was a challenge, and future work should focus on how best to include individuals with cardiac comorbidities.
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