Exercise programs delivered according to guidelines improve mobility in people with stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2020 Jan;101(1):154-165. Pogrebnoy D, Dennett A.

Purpose: To determine if prescribing a combined aerobic and resistance training exercise program in accordance with American Stroke Association physical activity guidelines improves mobility and physical activity levels of people after stroke.

Conclusion: A combined exercise program comprising aerobic and resistance training that adheres to the American Stroke Association guidelines, is safe, and should be prescribed in addition to usual care to improve mobility. Further research is needed to understand the relationship between exercise programs and behavior change requirements to improve long term physical activity levels.

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