Physical function – Later Life Training

EfS – Cochrane Review of benefits of exercise in patients following Stroke

Published in 2009, this Cochrane Review, authored by Saunders and co-authored by Gillian Mead, one of the developers of the EfS Course, reported on a systematic review of the published evidence base of RCTs assessing the effect of exercise in patients following stroke. The positive effects of cardiorespiratory exercise, involving waking were demonstrated on speed,…

EfS – Original RCT of the STARTER exercises used in the EfS training on function and quality of life

Published in 2007, the results of a randomised controlled trial comparing with relaxation on physical function and quality of life in people who had been discharged from rehabilitation. The paper describes the background need for an effective group programme for those leaving the rehabilitation setting. The programme, delivered over 12 weeks, 3 times a week,…

June 21, 2010EfS CourseBy Dawn Skelton

Tag Archives: Physical function

EfS – Cochrane Review of benefits of exercise in patients following Stroke

EfS – Original RCT of the STARTER exercises used in the EfS training on function and quality of life

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