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ReviewAntioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Harnessing Mitochondrial Function for Post-Stroke Rehabilitation: Unlocking Antioxidant Power.

Gabriela Olaru, Ana-Maria Buga, Raluca Elena Sandu, Vlad Padureanu, Dragos George Popa, Daniela Calina

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Review in Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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5 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Gabriela OlaruDoctoral School, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Ana-Maria BugaDepartment of Biochemistry, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0000-0003-0082-6956
Raluca Elena SanduDepartment of Biochemistry, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0009-0007-8707-9768
Vlad PadureanuDepartment of Internal Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-7398-5689
Dragos George PopaDepartment of Plastic Surgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.
Daniela CalinaDepartment of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova, 200349 Craiova, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-1523-9116

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Post-stroke rehabilitation has evolved to encompass advanced approaches that aim to optimize recovery for ischemic stroke survivors. Despite this progress, recovery remains limited, partly due to persistent oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction that contribute to neuronal and muscular impairment. One such promising avenue is the stimulation of antioxidant capacity and the enhancement of mitochondrial function. Mitochondria are crucial for energy production and neuroprotection, which are essential for neurorecovery. This review explores the mechanisms involved in the role of mitochondrial function and antioxidant therapies, focusing on motor recovery after ischemic stroke and "brain-muscle axis" interplay in post-stroke rehabilitation. A comprehensive synthesis of clinical trial data is provided, highlighting interventions targeting mitochondrial bioenergetics, redox regulation, and mitochondrial dynamics. Furthermore, the review delves into the potential of recent mitochondrial-targeted therapies as adjuncts to traditional rehabilitation techniques, providing a more holistic approach to recovery. Emerging evidence suggests these therapies can reduce oxidative injury and support neuroplasticity; however, translation into consistent clinical benefit remains uncertain due to heterogeneity in study designs, endpoints, and patient populations. By understanding and leveraging the dynamics of mitochondrial function, healthcare providers can significantly enhance the rehabilitation outcomes for people with a range of conditions, from musculoskeletal disorders to neurological impairments.

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antioxidant therapiesischemic strokeoxidative stressrehabilitation strategies

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PMCPMC12466533

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