High‐Intensity Aerobic Interval Training for Patients 3–9 Months After Stroke. A Feasibility Study

ConclusionsThis study has shown that high‐intensity AIT is feasible for a selected group of stroke patients. However, the training should be accomplished in line with the American College of Sports Medicine guidelines for high‐risk populations to ensure safety. The participants achieved a clinically highly significant improvement in walking distance. This intervention should be tested out in a randomized controlled trial to assess if it is superior to other interventions. Copyright © 2013 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Source: Physiotherapy Research International - September 1, 2013 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Torunn Askim, Anne Eitrem Dahl, Inger Lise Aamot, Anne Hokstad, Jorunn Helbostad, Bent Indredavik Tags: Research Article Source Type: research