ArticleHong Kong physiotherapy journal : official publication of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association Limited = Wu li chih liao2017
Effects of the Bad Ragaz Ring Method on muscle activation of the lower limbs and balance ability in chronic stroke: A randomised controlled trial.
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- Effects of hydrokinesitherapy on balance and walking ability for stroke survivors: update of a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled studies.European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Effects of Robot-Assisted Gait Training with Body Weight Support on Gait and Balance in Stroke Patients.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Trial
- Effects of aquatic exercises on postural control and hand function in Multiple Sclerosis: Halliwick versus Aquatic Plyometric Exercises: a randomised trial.Journal of musculoskeletal & neuronal interactions · 2020Trial
- Bad Ragaz Ring Method Versus Halliwick Method in Verbally Cooperative Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy (GMFCS Levels I-II): A Pilot Comparison Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Efficacy of Aquatic Therapy in Improving Balance in Patients With Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Archives of rehabilitation research and clinical translation · 2026Review
- Aquatic Interventions to Improve Motor and Social Functioning in Children with ASD: A Systematic Review.Review journal of autism and developmental disorders · 2026Review
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Abstract
backgroundRecovery of balance and walking abilities is important for the rehabilitation of stroke patients.
objectivesTo evaluate the effects of the Bad Ragaz Ring method on functional recovery in chronic stroke patients.
methodsTwenty-two chronic stroke patients were randomly assigned to two groups: a Bad Ragaz Ring method group (the experimental group) or a control group. Stroke patients in the experimental group underwent Bad Ragaz Ring exercise and comprehensive rehabilitation therapy, whereas patients in the control group underwent comprehensive rehabilitation therapy alone. The participants in both groups received therapy 3 days per week for 6 weeks. Muscle activations, balance indices, and Timed Up and Go test results were assessed before and after the 6-week therapy period.
resultsThe experimental group showed significant improvements in activations of tibialis anterior and gastrocnemius muscles, balance index, and Timed Up and Go test results as compared with preintervention results (
conclusionThe Bad Ragaz Ring method may be beneficial for improving balance and leg muscle activation of chronic stroke patients.
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