I engage in physical activity while operating a wheelchair.: a systematic review of stroke patients

Abstract

Introduction: Stroke is a major contributor to mortality rates in numerous nations, resulting in enduring challenges for individuals who have survived the condition in doing routine tasks. The chair-stand exercise was implemented as a distinct intervention, clearly differentiated from a convalescent rehabilitation program. The objective of this study is to gather empirical data on the movement of stroke patients in wheelchairs used by healthcare professionals, given the current lack of clarity in clinical practices. Method: Studies were obtained from PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, EBSCO, Web of Science, and CNKI. Only randomized controlled trials were left to evaluate exercises suitable for wheelchair-using stroke patients, and with no restrictions on data or study language. Result: Specifically, six studies utilized interventions such as Trunk Stability, Sit And Stand Independently, Sitting Posture and Trunk Control, Monkey Chair And Band System, Beach Chair Position, and Chair-Stand Exercise. Conclusion: The study's positive outcomes illustrate that engaging in wheelchair exercise can have a beneficial effect and improve the capacities of individuals who have experienced a stroke. Wheelchair users employ many strategies to improve their functioning abilities. Keyword: Sitting Position, Stroke, Wheelchairs, Delivery of Health Care