Case Study
VR High Intensity Gait Training in Stroke Patients
Download this Case Study to see how the use of virtual reality treadmill training was used to increase dosage and meet high intensity gait training (HIGT) goals in stroke patients
Background High intensity gait training (HIGT) is one of the fastest growing interventions in the area of stroke rehabilitation. Its concept is to use various walking and stepping interventions to keep your heart rate over a certain level.
High intensity gait training has been found to improve gait quality and performance, including speed, symmetry, dynamic balance, and transfers. But how does one introduce HIGT?
Challenge Encouragement in over-ground training is not always successful and adding weights to the lower leg can sometimes alter gait patterns which could increase fall patterns or contribute to further abnormal gait. A proven alternative path to HIGT is the use of treadmill training in combination with semi-immersive virtual reality.
PDF Download Download this case study by Faye Bronstein, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy, sharing how physical therapists successfully used this intervention to improve compliance, increase heart rate and double walking dosage.