Maximal Strength Training Enhances Strength and Functional Performance in Chronic Stroke Survivors

Tessa Hill, Tor Ivar Gjellesvik, Per Marius R. Moen, Tom Tørhaug, Marius Steiro Fimland, Jan Helgerud, Jan Hoff

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation · 2012 · 73 citations · 26 references

Abstract

Maximal strength training improved muscle strength in the most affected as well as in the nonaffected leg and improved Timed-Up-And-Go time and 6-min walk distance but did not alter Four-Step Square Test time, aerobic status, or quality-of-life among chronic stroke survivors.

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