New Findings on Physiology from Hangzhou Medical College Summarized (Effects of Whole-body Vibration Training On Physical Function, Activities of Daily Living, and Quality of Life In Patients With Stroke: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis).

A systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by researchers at Hangzhou Medical College in China evaluated the efficacy of whole-body vibration training (WBVT) in stroke patients. The study found that WBVT resulted in significant reductions in spasticity, improvements in motor function, and enhancements in balance function. However, no significant effects were observed for gait, activities of daily living (ADL), or quality of life (QOL). The researchers concluded that WBVT may serve as a viable adjunct therapy for stroke patients to alleviate spasticity and enhance motor and balance functions, but it did not show significant effects on gait, ADL, or QOL. [Extracted from the article]