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Time to Recovery From Lateropulsion Dependent on Key Stroke Deficits: A Retrospective Analysis
Conclusions. Rate of recovery from lateropulsion after stroke is dependent on the side of lesion, and number of key motor, proprioceptive, and/or hemianopic or visual–spatial deficits. The more postural control systems affected, the slower the recovery. Our data identify patients likely to need protracted rehabilitation targeting key postural control deficits. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - January 30, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Babyar, S. R., Peterson, M. G. E., Reding, M. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

Age-Dependent Reorganization of Peri-Infarct "Premotor" Cortex With Task-Specific Rehabilitative Training in Mice
Conclusions. Our results indicate that reorganization of motor cortex may be limited by either aging or greater tissue damage, but the capacity to improve motor function via task-specific rehabilitative training continues to be well maintained in aged animals. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Tennant, K. A., Kerr, A. L., Adkins, D. L., Donlan, N., Thomas, N., Kleim, J. A., Jones, T. A. Tags: Basic Research Article Source Type: research

Upper Limb Robot-Assisted Therapy in Cerebral Palsy: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions. This single-blind randomized controlled trial provides the first evidence that RAT is effective in children with CP. Future studies should investigate the long-term effects of this therapy. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Gilliaux, M., Renders, A., Dispa, D., Holvoet, D., Sapin, J., Dehez, B., Detrembleur, C., Lejeune, T. M., Stoquart, G. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

The Effect of Arm Support Combined With Rehabilitation Games on Upper-Extremity Function in Subacute Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions. AS training with computerized exercises is as effective as conventional therapy dedicated to the arm to improve arm function and activity in subacute stroke rehabilitation, when applied at the same dose. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Prange, G. B., Kottink, A. I. R., Buurke, J. H., Eckhardt, M. M. E. M., van Keulen-Rouweler, B. J., Ribbers, G. M., Rietman, J. S. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

Effect of Intrathecal Baclofen Bolus Injection on Ankle Muscle Activation During Gait in Patients With Acquired Brain Injury
Conclusions. ITB bolus injection alters the activation of MG and TA during gait. However, the changes in muscle activation are not closely related to the changes in gait speed or resting muscle hypertonia. The analysis of ankle muscle activation during gait better characterizes the response to ITB bolus injection than gait kinematics. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Chow, J. W., Yablon, S. A., Stokic, D. S. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

Longitudinal Changes in Poststroke Spatiotemporal Gait Asymmetry Over Inpatient Rehabilitation
Conclusions. The majority of asymmetric stroke patients did not improve spatiotemporal asymmetry during rehabilitation despite the fact that velocity, balance and functional mobility improved. Future work should investigate other factors associated with improved spatiotemporal symmetry and interventions to specifically improve it. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Patterson, K. K., Mansfield, A., Biasin, L., Brunton, K., Inness, E. L., McIlroy, W. E. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

The Effect of Combined Somatosensory Stimulation and Task-Specific Training on Upper Limb Function in Chronic Stroke: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions. Long-lasting improvements in upper limb function were observed following TST. Additional benefit of SS was seen immediately post treatment, but did not persist and the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Fleming, M. K., Sorinola, I. O., Roberts-Lewis, S. F., Wolfe, C. D., Wellwood, I., Newham, D. J. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

Motor Switching and Motor Adaptation Deficits Contribute to Freezing of Gait in Parkinson's Disease
Conclusions. Freezers have more difficulties adapting their gait during both suddenly triggered and continued gait speed asymmetry. The impaired ability of freezers during both switching and reswitching would suggest that they have an adaptive deficit rather than difficulties with asymmetry per se. Future work needs to address whether these adaptation problems can be ameliorated with rehabilitation. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Mohammadi, F., Bruijn, S. M., Vervoort, G., van Wegen, E. E., Kwakkel, G., Verschueren, S., Nieuwboer, A. Tags: Focus on Rehabilitation in Parkinson ' s Disease Source Type: research

Intensive Rehabilitation Treatment in Early Parkinson's Disease: A Randomized Pilot Study With a 2-Year Follow-up
Conclusions. These results suggest that MIRT might slow down the progression of motor decay, it might delay the need for increasing drug treatment, and thus, it might have a neuroprotective effect. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Frazzitta, G., Maestri, R., Bertotti, G., Riboldazzi, G., Boveri, N., Perini, M., Uccellini, D., Turla, M., Comi, C., Pezzoli, G., Ghilardi, M. F. Tags: Focus on Rehabilitation in Parkinson ' s Disease Source Type: research

Two-Year Exercise Program Improves Physical Function in Parkinson's Disease: The PRET-PD Randomized Clinical Trial
Conclusions. Twenty-four months of supervised and structured exercise (either PRE or mFC) is effective at improving functional performance outcomes in individuals with moderate PD. Clinicians should strive to include structured and supervised exercise in the long-term plan of care for individuals with PD. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Prodoehl, J., Rafferty, M. R., David, F. J., Poon, C., Vaillancourt, D. E., Comella, C. L., Leurgans, S. E., Kohrt, W. M., Corcos, D. M., Robichaud, J. A. Tags: Focus on Rehabilitation in Parkinson ' s Disease Source Type: research

Technology-Assisted Balance and Gait Training Reduces Falls in Patients With Parkinson's Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial With 12-Month Follow-up
Conclusions. Our positive findings provide evidence for the clinical use of technology-assisted balance and gait training in reducing falls in people with PD. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Shen, X., Mak, M. K. Y. Tags: Focus on Rehabilitation in Parkinson ' s Disease Source Type: research

Either Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor or Neurotrophin-3 Only Neurotrophin-Producing Grafts Promote Locomotor Recovery in Untrained Spinalized Cats
Conclusions. Even without locomotor training, either BDNF or NT-3 only producing grafts promote locomotor recovery in complete spinal animals. More clinically applicable delivery methods need to be developed. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 10, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Ollivier-Lanvin, K., Fischer, I., Tom, V., Houle, J. D., Lemay, M. A. Tags: Basic Research Articles Source Type: research

Bone Marrow Stromal Cells Rescue Ischemic Brain by Trophic Effects and Phenotypic Change Toward Neural Cells
Conclusions. These findings strongly suggest that BDNF may be a key factor underlying the trophic effects of BMSCs. BMSCs might exhibit the trophic effect in the early stage of cell therapy and the phenotypic change toward neural cells thereafter. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 10, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Shichinohe, H., Ishihara, T., Takahashi, K., Tanaka, Y., Miyamoto, M., Yamauchi, T., Saito, H., Takemoto, H., Houkin, K., Kuroda, S. Tags: Basic Research Articles Source Type: research

A Home-Based Program of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation and Task-Related Trunk Training Improves Trunk Control in Patients With Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Conclusions. Home-based TRTT is effective for improving trunk muscle strength, sitting functional reach and trunk motor control after stroke in subjects without somatosensory deficits. The addition of TENS to the trunk augments the effectiveness of the exercise in terms of TIS scores within the first 3 weeks of training. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 10, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Chan, B. K. S., Ng, S. S. M., Ng, G. Y. F. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research

The Impact of Dynamic Balance Measures on Walking Performance in Multiple Sclerosis
Conclusions: AP dynamic sway affects walking performance in MS. A combined evaluation of dynamic balance, static balance, and strength may lead to a better understanding of walking mechanisms and the development of strategies to improve walking. (Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair)
Source: Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair - December 10, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Fritz, N. E., Marasigan, R. E. R., Calabresi, P. A., Newsome, S. D., Zackowski, K. M. Tags: Clinical Research Articles Source Type: research