Revisiting dose and intensity of training: Opportunities to enhance recovery following stroke.

Journal: Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases : the official journal of National Stroke Association
Published Date: Sep 23, 2022

Abstract

PURPOSE: Stroke is a global leading cause of adult disability with survivors often enduring persistent impairments and loss of function. Both intensity and dosage of training appear to be important factors to help restore behavior. However, current practice fails to achieve sufficient intensity and dose of training to promote meaningful recovery. The purpose of this review is to propose therapeutic solutions that can help achieve a higher dose and/or intensity of therapy. Raising awareness of these intensive, high-dose, treatment strategies might encourage clinicians to re-evaluate current practice and optimize delivery of stroke rehabilitation for maximal recovery.

Authors

  • Kalita Donnellan-Fernandez
    Allied Health and Human Performance, University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia.
  • Andrew Ioakim
    Allied Health and Human Performance, University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia.
  • Brenton Hordacre
    From the Innovation, Implementation and Clinical Translation in Health, Allied Health and Human Performance Academic Unit, University of South Australia, Adelaide.

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