The relationship between clinical joint hyper-resistance scores and gait kinematics in patients with central neurological disorders: A systematic review.
David Hozeman, Christian Greve, Songwei Lu et al.
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This systematic review examined the relationship between clinical joint hyper-resistance scores and gait kinematics in patients with central neurological disorders. Fifty studies were included, revealing that conventional assessments like the modified Ashworth Scale showed limited and inconsistent correlations with gait deviations. The findings suggest that while these assessments can identify severe impairments, their predictive value for functional gait is low.
Key findings
- Fifty studies were included in the review, focusing on joint hyper-resistance and gait kinematics.
- Eight studies directly analyzed the relationship between clinical scores and gait kinematics.
- Limited and inconsistent correlations were found between clinical assessments and functional gait deviations.
Why it matters
Understanding the relationship between joint hyper-resistance and gait kinematics is crucial for clinicians managing patients with central neurological disorders. Improved assessments could enhance treatment strategies and patient outcomes.