Analyzing the Combination Effects of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Motor Control Training on Balance Function and Gait in Patients with Stroke-Induced Hemiplegia

Abstract

Objective: To analyze the effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation combined with motor control training on the treatment of stroke-induced hemiplegia, specifically focusing on the impact on patients’ balance functionand gait. Methods: Fifty-two cases of hemiplegic stroke patients were randomly divided into two groups, 26 in the control group and 26 in the observation group, using computer-generated random grouping. All participants underwent conventional treatment and rehabilitation training. In addition to these, the control group received repetitive transcranialmagnetic pseudo-stimulation therapy + motor control training, while the observation group received repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy + motor control training. The balance function and gait parameters of both groups were compared before and after the interventions and assessed the satisfaction of the interventions in both groups. Results: Before the invention, there were no significant differences in balance function scores and each gait parameter between the two groups (P > 0.05). However, after the intervention, the observation group showed higher balance function scores compared to the control group (P < 0.05). The observation group also exhibited higher step speed and step frequency, longer step length, and a higher overall satisfaction level with the intervention compared to the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusion: The combination of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation and motor control training in the treatment of stroke-induced hemiplegia has demonstrated positive effects. It not only improves the patient’s balance function and gait but also contributes to overall physical rehabilitation.