The impact of physical activity before and after stroke on stroke risk and recovery: a narrative review

SF Kramer, SH Hung, A Brodtmann - Current neurology and neuroscience …, 2019 - Springer
Abstract Purpose of the Review Summarising the evidence for pre-and post-stroke physical
activity (PA) and exercise to reduce stroke risk, and improve recovery and brain health …

Measurement properties of self-report physical activity assessment tools for patients with stroke: a systematic review

JC Martins, LT Aguiar, S Nadeau, AA Scianni… - Brazilian Journal of …, 2019 - Elsevier
Background Individuals with stroke demonstrate low levels of physical activity. Self-report
measures of physical activity are frequently used and the choice of the best one to use for …

[HTML][HTML] Gait asymmetry post-stroke: Determining valid and reliable methods using a single accelerometer located on the trunk

C Buckley, ME Micó-Amigo, M Dunne-Willows… - Sensors, 2019 - mdpi.com
Asymmetry is a cardinal symptom of gait post-stroke that is targeted during rehabilitation.
Technological developments have allowed accelerometers to be a feasible tool to provide …

Ginkgetin exerts anti-inflammatory effects on cerebral ischemia/reperfusion-induced injury in a rat model via the TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway

Q Li, T Ye, T Long, X Peng - Bioscience, biotechnology, and …, 2019 - academic.oup.com
Ginkgo biloba, a natural biflavonoid isolated from Ginkgo biloba leaves, is reported to have
strong anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. The aim of this study is to …

The effect of low-intensity aerobic training on cognitive functions of severely deconditioned subacute and chronic stroke patients: a randomized, controlled pilot study

A Debreceni-Nagy, J Horváth, NB Kovács… - International Journal …, 2019 - journals.lww.com
Our objective was to investigate the impact of low-intensity aerobic training on cognitive
functions in severely deconditioned subacute and chronic stroke patients. For this purpose …

[HTML][HTML] Objective evaluation of physical activity pattern using smart devices

M Šimaitytė, A Petrėnas, J Kravčenko, E Kaldoudi… - Scientific Reports, 2019 - nature.com
Physical activity session frequency and distribution over time may play a significant role on
survival after major cardiovascular events. However, the existing amount-based metrics do …

[HTML][HTML] Habilidade motora, sintomas depressivos e função cognitiva em pacientes pós-AVC

HM Yoshida, J Barreira, PT Fernandes - Fisioterapia e Pesquisa, 2019 - SciELO Brasil
Os objetivos deste estudo foram (1) caracterizar pacientes pós-AVC em relação à
habilidade motora (HM), sintomas depressivos (SD) e função cognitiva (FC);(2) realizar …

Associations between statins and coronary artery disease and stroke risks in patients with asthma–chronic obstructive pulmonary disease overlap syndrome: A time …

JJ Yeh, CL Lin, CY Hsu, Z Shae, CH Kao - Atherosclerosis, 2019 - Elsevier
Backgound and aims We aimed at determining the effects of statin use on coronary artery
disease (CAD) and stroke risks in patients with asthma–chronic obstructive pulmonary …

[HTML][HTML] Motor skills, depressive symptoms and cognitive functions in post-stroke patients

HM Yoshida, J Barreira, PT Fernandes - Fisioterapia e Pesquisa, 2019 - SciELO Brasil
SciELO - Brasil - Habilidade motora, sintomas depressivos e função cognitiva em pacientes
pós-AVC Habilidade motora, sintomas depressivos e função cognitiva em pacientes pós-AVC …

Role of PFO closure in ischemic stroke prevention

ND Osteraas, A Vargas, L Cherian, S Song - Current Treatment Options in …, 2019 - Springer
Purpose of review To highlight recent advancements in the management of acute ischemic
stroke patients with patent foramen ovale (PFO). Recent findings One significant recent …