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EFFICACY OF PILATES EXERCISE ON POSTURAL ALIGNMENT, BALANCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN CHRONIC STROKE PATIENTS
*Dr. K. Madhumathi, MPT (Paediatric Neurology), (Ph.D.), Dr. P. Senthil Selvam, MPT (Ortho), Ph.D and M. Manjula
ABSTRACT Background: Stroke is the sudden loss of neurological function caused by an interruption of the blood flow to the brain. Stroke is a major chronic disabling neurological disease that often permanently and partially changes the life of the person. Objective: To determine the efficacy of Pilates exercise on postural alignment, balance and quality of life [QOL] in chronic stroke patients. Materials and method: 30 participants who are fulfilled inclusion criteria were included. They were divided into 2 groups. Group A received Pilates exercise and Group B received conventional balance exercise for 60 minutes for duration of 10 weeks and 30 sessions. Results: Group A showed more significance in improving postural alignment, balance and quality of life in chronic stroke patients with the p value < 0.05. Conclusion: This study concludes that Pilates was effective in improving postural alignment, balance and quality of life in chronic stroke patients. Keywords: Stroke, Pilates exercise, Conventional balance exercise, postural alignment, balance, quality of life [QOL]. [Download Article] [Download Certifiate] |