Abstract
Neuropilates to Improve Motor Function in Stroke: Past, present, and Future
Highlights
Pilates as an exercise form was created by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s and is a programme of mind-body exercise focussing on strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture and breathing [1]
In the late 1930s, the exercise method became popular amongst the dance community benefitting them by improving performance and fitness and reducing time spent recovering from injuries [2]
This study found statistical improvements in cardiopulmonary function of chronic stroke patients, as measured by graded, submaximal treadmill exercise testing in a randomised control trial of 20 participants
Summary
Volume 7 - Issue 1 How to cite this article: Eimear Cronin, David Roberts, Kenneth Monaghan. Neuropilates to Improve Motor Function in Stroke: Past, present, and Future. Eimear Cronin1,2,3*, David Roberts and Kenneth Monaghan1,2 1Clinical Health and Nutrition Centre (CHANCE), Institute of Technology (IT) Sligo, Ireland
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