Balance exercise in patients with chronic sensory ataxic neuropathy: a pilot study.

Although exercise therapy is considered part of the treatment of neuropathic patients, and somatosensory input is essential for motor learning, performance and neural plasticity, rehabilitation of patients with sensory ataxia has received little attention so far. The aim of this prospective pilot study was to explore the short- and medium-term efficacy of a 3-week intensive balance and treadmill exercise program in chronic ataxic neuropathy patients; 20 consecutive patients with leg overall disability sum score (ODSS-leg) ≥2, absent/mild motor signs, clinical and therapeutic stability ≥4 months were enrolled. Evaluations were done at baseline, at the end of treatment and at 3- and 6-month follow-up.

Efficacy of trunk balance exercises for individuals with chronic low back pain: a randomized clinical trial.

Study Design: Randomized clinical trial.

Objectives: To determine the efficacy of trunk balance exercises for individuals with chronic low back pain.

Background: The majority of exercises focusing on restoring lumbopelvic stability propose targeting the feedforward control of the lumbopelvic region.