Background: Gait asymmetry is a common and disabling
consequence of stroke, often resulting in reduced mobility and independence.
Surface electromyographic (EMG) biofeedback has emerged as a promising tool to
enhance motor relearning and improve gait performance by providing real-time
visual feedback on muscle activation.
Objective: To evaluate the effect of EMG biofeedback training
on gait parameters in individuals with chronic stroke.
Methods: Forty stroke survivors aged 40–60 years were
randomly divided into two groups: Group A (EMG biofeedback + conventional
circuit gait training) and Group B (conventional training only). Both groups
underwent 20 sessions over four weeks. Gait parameters—stride length, step
length, stride width, degree of toe-out, and cadence were measured before and
after intervention using the clinical footprint method. Data were analysed
using SPSS v25, with p > 0.05 considered significant.
Results: Post-intervention, Group A showed significant
improvements in stride length, stride width, step length, and degree of toe-out
compared to Group B (p < 0.05). Cadence improved in both groups, though not
clinically significant.
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