Effects of vibration training in reducing risk of falls in hispanic individuals with chronic stroke

Strokes are one of the leading causes of death for Hispanics living in the United States. Falling is the most frequent complication experienced by individuals with stroke, both in a hospital and community setting. The risk for falls among persons with stroke is greater compared to age-matched healthy groups. Therefore, new and more accessible methods are needed to reduce the risk for falls in this population. This study explored the effects of an 8-week controlled whole-body vibration (CWBV) program on improving fall risk factors among five Hispanic individuals with chronic stroke. Overall, the findings revealed that CWBV can be a feasible and effective method to improve the risk of falls among Hispanic individuals in the chronic phase of stroke recovery.