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A Manipulation of Visual Feedback during Gait Training in Parkinson's Disease
Joint Authors
Bhatt, Haseel
Almeida, Quincy J.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-7, 7 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2011-09-20
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
7
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Visual cues are known to improve gait in Parkinson's disease (PD); however, the contribution of optic flow continues to be disputed.
This study manipulated transverse line cues during two gait training interventions (6 weeks).
PD subjects (N=42) were assigned to one of three groups: treadmill (TG), overground (OG), or control group (CG).
Participants walked across lines placed on either treadmills or 16-meter carpets, respectively.
The treadmill (TG) offered a reduced dynamic flow from the environment, while lines presented on the ground (OG) emphasized optic flow related to the participant's own displacement.
Both interventions significantly improved (and maintained through retention period) step length, thus improving walking velocity.
Only the OG improved in the TUG test, while only the TG showed hints of improving (and maintaining) motor symptoms.
Since gait improvements were found in both training groups, we conclude that by reducing optic flow, gait benefits associated with visual cueing training can still be achieved.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Almeida, Quincy J.& Bhatt, Haseel. 2011. A Manipulation of Visual Feedback during Gait Training in Parkinson's Disease. Parkinson’s Disease،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1002801
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Almeida, Quincy J.& Bhatt, Haseel. A Manipulation of Visual Feedback during Gait Training in Parkinson's Disease. Parkinson’s Disease No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1002801
American Medical Association (AMA)
Almeida, Quincy J.& Bhatt, Haseel. A Manipulation of Visual Feedback during Gait Training in Parkinson's Disease. Parkinson’s Disease. 2011. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1002801
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1002801