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Comparative effectiveness of aerobic training intensities in chronic stroke: a network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

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  • Qiu Peng

  • Yidong Xia

  • Haoyuan Hei

  • July 6, 2026

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    This study conducted a network meta-analysis of 33 RCTs involving 1,665 chronic stroke patients to assess aerobic exercise effects.

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    High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training (MICT) showed significant improvements in VO2peak and walking tests.

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    No statistically significant differences were found for balance and TUG outcomes among the various exercise interventions.

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    The certainty of evidence for the effects of aerobic exercise on BBS and TUG was predominantly low to very low.

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    The study emphasizes the need for cautious interpretation of results due to the low certainty of evidence in chronic stroke rehabilitation.

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Comparative effectiveness of aerobic training intensities in chronic stroke: a network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

  • by Qiu Peng, Yidong Xia, Haoyuan Hei

  • July 6, 2026

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