Identification of neuromuscular targets for restoration of walking ability after stroke: Precursor to precision rehabilitation.
Nicola J HancockLee ShepstonePhilip RoweValerie M PomeroyPublished in: Physiotherapy research international : the journal for researchers and clinicians in physical therapy (2019)
Muscle activation according to crank angle is a promising measure of lower limb impairment during functional activity after stroke; subsequent investigation should determine magnitude of variance between testing sessions. Reciprocal activity of quadriceps and hamstrings muscles and quadriceps activity according to crank angle are both potential targets for physical therapies to improve motor recovery. Further investigations are warranted.