Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation : A Systematic Review
Joint Authors
Tzika, Aria A.
Lazaridou, Asimina
Philbrook, Phaethon
Source
Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-05-27
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Aim.
This paper reports a systematic review and critical appraisal of the evidence on the effectiveness of behavioral therapies such as yoga and mindfulness practices for stroke rehabilitation.
Background.
The experience of stroke can have a negative impact on both psychological and physical health and on quality of life.
Yoga and relevant practices are promising therapies that have been used with patients with a variety of conditions.
In order to draw conclusions on effectiveness for stroke patients, the evidence requires systematic assessment.
Methods.
A comprehensive search of major biomedical and complementary medicine databases was conducted.
Relevant research was categorized by study type and appraised according to study design.
Results.
Five randomized controlled clinical trials and four single case studies were found.
Additionally, one qualitative research study was identified.
Studies reported positive results, including improvements in cognition, mood, and balance and reductions in stress.
Modifications to different yoga practices make comparison between studies difficult, and a lack of controlled studies precludes any firm conclusions on efficacy.
Conclusion.
Yoga and mindfulness could be clinically valuable self-administered intervention options for stroke rehabilitation.
Further research is needed to evaluate these specific practices and their suitability in stroke rehabilitation.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Lazaridou, Asimina& Philbrook, Phaethon& Tzika, Aria A.. 2013. Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation : A Systematic Review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-9.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Lazaridou, Asimina…[et al.]. Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation : A Systematic Review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-9.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Lazaridou, Asimina& Philbrook, Phaethon& Tzika, Aria A.. Yoga and Mindfulness as Therapeutic Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation : A Systematic Review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-465492
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-465492