Effects of Using Scapular and Pelvic Patterns Simultaneously exercise on Balance Ability for patients with Chronic Stroke Patients

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of simultaneous scapular and pelvic patterns exercise on the balance of chronic stroke patients. Method: The participants, which included a total of 26 chronic stroke patients, were randomly divided into 2 groups: the scapular and pelvic patterns group (n=12) and the control group (n=12). Discharged patients were excluded (n=2). The scapular and pelvic patterns group engaged in a combination of scapular and pelvic patterns exercises for 30 minutes a day, 5 days per week for 6 weeks, while the control group received conventional treatment. The data were analyzed using a paired t-test and independent t-test to determine the statistical significance. Results: The scapular and pelvic patterns group showed significantly increased foot pressure ratio and total pressure compared to the control group (p<.05), and body sway also decreased (p<.05). In addition, the scapular and pelvic patterns group had significant improvement on the Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and a decrease on the Timed Up and Go test (TUG) compared to the control group(p<.05). Conclusion: This study demonstrated that simultaneous scapular and pelvic patterns exercise may be used to improve balance, meaning this is an effective treatment for chronic stroke patients.