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Article type: Review Article
Authors: Bohannon, Richard W.
Affiliations: Physical Therapy Consultants, 709 Far Post Drive, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526, USA | Tel.: +1 860 543 9196, E-mail: rbohannonpt@gmail.com
Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Physical Therapy Consultants, 709 Far Post Drive, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526, USA. Tel.: +1 860 543 9196, E-mail: rbohannonpt@gmail.com.
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Numerous studies have addressed the relationship between paretic knee extension strength and comfortable walking speed after stroke. However, the correlations reported are highly variable. This review sought to summarize the correlational data using meta-analysis. METHODS: Relevant literature was identified via a search of 3 bibliographic databases. Articles were screened and perused for inclusion. Included articles were examined for information on the sample studied, procedures for measuring strength and gait speed, and correlations reported between the 2 variables. Meta-analysis was used to calculate a summary correlation. RESULTS: Of 299 unique articles, 18 met inclusion criteria. Articles were diverse in regard to samples studied, procedures described, and correlations reported. Meta-analysis using data from all included studies revealed a summary correlation of 0.51. For studies using hand-held or isokinetic dynamometry, the summary correlation was 0.46 and 0.59 respectively. CONCLUSIONS: This study provides a better indication of the correlation between paretic knee extension strength and comfortable gait speed than individual studies. The correlation is high enough to provide support for the routine measurement of paretic knee extension force for individuals who have experienced a stroke.
Keywords: Muscle, strength, gait
DOI: 10.3233/IES-210139
Journal: Isokinetics and Exercise Science, vol. 30, no. 3, pp. 187-191, 2022
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