Strength Training Improves Upper-Limb Function in Individuals With Stroke
Author(s) -
Jocelyn E. Harris,
Janice J. Eng
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
stroke
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.397
H-Index - 319
eISSN - 1524-4628
pISSN - 0039-2499
DOI - 10.1161/strokeaha.109.567438
Subject(s) - medicine , physical medicine and rehabilitation , stroke (engine) , upper limb , training (meteorology) , physical therapy , lower limb , surgery , mechanical engineering , engineering , physics , meteorology
After stroke, maximal voluntary force is reduced in the arm and hand muscles, and upper-limb strength training is 1 intervention with the potential to improve function.
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