Article
Exercise and Stroke
Strength and Conditioning Journal
Document Type
Peer-Reviewed Article
Publication Date
2-1-2015
Program
Exercise Science
Disciplines
Abstract
The article discusses the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and special exercise considerations for stroke survivors who are considered medically stable by their physicians, at least 3-6 months or more post-cerebrovascular accident and have typically completed formal rehabilitation. Topics include the signs of stroke, the physical and cognitive effects of stroke, and effects on the physical activity and exercise response. It also discusses the benefits of exercise in stroke survivors.
DOI
10.1519/SSC.0000000000000110
Pages
50-55
Citation Information
Ronai, P. & Sorace, P. (2015). Exercise and stroke. Strength & Conditioning Journal (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins), 37(1), 50-55. doi: 10.1519/SSC.0000000000000110
From the "Special Populations" section of Strength & Conditioning Journal.