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Papers

(The median citation count of Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation is 2. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-01-01 to 2026-01-01.)

Article	Citations
Intervention effect of nursing techniques of traditional Chinese medicine on post-stroke insomnia: a network meta-analysis	61
Clinical prediction rules for multi surfaces walking independence using the Berg Balance Scale or Mini-Balance Evaluation Systems Test in persons with stroke	44
Structural and mechanical alterations of the medial head of the gastrocnemius after stroke assessed by high-frequency ultrasound: a prospective study	31
What do employers need when supporting stroke survivors to return to work?: a mixed-methods study	30
The mediating roles of caregiver needs and caregiver readiness in the relation between family resilience and benefit finding in family caregivers of patients with stroke in China	20
The muscle shortening maneuver in individuals with stroke: a consideration-of-concept randomized pilot trial	19
The Lycra arm sleeve for treatment of glenohumeral subluxation in people with sub-acute stroke: a randomized controlled (RC) feasibility study	19
Defining tibial anterior muscle morphology in first-ever chronic stroke patients using three-dimensional freehand ultrasound	18
Algorithms to support the choice of a wrist-hand orthosis for motor function recovery in post-stroke patients: a narrative systematic review	18
The Association between fatigue and physical activity in patients hospitalized with subacute stroke	17
The effect of education based on the seven-step (7E) learning cycle on the quality of life of stroke patients and the care burden of their caregivers: a randomized clinical trial	15
Developing a framework for utilizing adjunct rehabilitation therapies in motor recovery of upper extremity post stroke	15
Establishing minimal clinically important difference of modified dynamic gait index in people with subacute stroke	15
Understanding the factors that influence stroke survivors to begin or resume exercise: a qualitative exploration	15
Inter- and intra-rater reliability, construct validity and feasibility of the independently get off the floor scoring system for Japanese stroke survivors	14
Specific within-domain cognitive impairments predict depression severity six-months after stroke	13
Evaluation of driving fitness using driving simulators in patients with right-hemisphere damage: an unmatched case-control study	13
The effect of acupuncture treatment on sleep quality in post-stroke patients	13
Body mass index is associated with disability at discharge as indicated by the modified Rankin Scale in patients with ischemic stroke: a JROAD-DPC study	12
Association between pre-stroke frailty and post-discharge destination in acute stroke among Chinese older adults	12
Non-invasive brain stimulation improves pain in patients with central post-stroke pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis	11
The Stroke Self-Efficacy Questionnaire Brazil (SSEQ-B): a structural validity analysis	11
Psychometric properties of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression (CES-D) scale in stroke survivors	11
Development of the Japanese version of the stroke stigma scale: a validity and reliability assessment	10
Characteristics of randomized controlled trials of lower extremity interventions for post-stroke recovery in low-to-middle-income countries and high-income countries	10

Self-efficacy and pre-stroke activity/participation combined with functional independence best explain mobility limitations after stroke: a cross-sectional, exploratory study	10
Relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder and fear of progression in stroke patients: the mediating role of perceived social support and coping styles	10
Long-term retention effects of overground walk-slip training on clinical outcomes among people with hemiparetic stroke	10
Validation of quadriceps muscle thickness cutoff values for low muscle mass detection in patients with strokes undergoing rehabilitation	10
Efficacy of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for post-stroke shoulder pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis	9
Measurement properties of the Brazilian version of the Stroke Upper Limb Capacity Scale (SULCS-Brazil)	9
Efficacy of plantar tactile sensation and balance in patients with subacute stroke following plantar kinesio taping: a randomized, cross-over preliminary study	8
Respiratory and functional status of inpatients with stroke: a cross-sectional study	8
The effects of low-intensity resistance training with blood flow restriction versus traditional resistance exercise on lower extremity muscle strength and motor functionin ischemic stroke survivors: a	8
Psychometric testing of the Chinese version of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health Measure of Participation and Activities Screener in people with stroke	8
Comparing the reliability of physical activity questionnaires in community-dwelling adults with stroke	7
Structured different exercise protocols improve lung function, respiratory muscle strength, and thickness in stroke patients. A randomized controlled trial	7
Translation and pilot validation of the Moroccan version of Stroke Impact Scale (SIS) 3.0	7
Validity of the two-minute walk test to assess exercise capacity and estimate cardiorespiratory fitness in individuals after stroke: a cross-sectional study	7
Commentary. Freud in the stroke ward: psychodynamic theory for stroke rehabilitation professionals	7
Predictive validity of obstacle-crossing test variations in identifying fallers after inpatient rehabilitation for stroke	6
Backward walking training is as effective as or better than forward walking training for improving walking speed after stroke: a systematic review with meta-analysis	6
Intermittent theta-burst stimulation for post-stroke cognitive impairment: a double-blind randomized controlled trial	6
Informal caregiver training to address functional mobility limitations of stroke survivors: a scoping review	6
Effects of somatosensory discrimination training on motor and functional recovery in patients with stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis	6
The brief executive language screen: sensitivity and specificity in acute to early sub-acute stroke	6
A prospective reappraisal of motor outcome prediction in patients with acute stroke by using atlas-based diffusion tensor imaging biomarkers	6
Improving stroke clinical guideline adherence in an Australian hospital using a clinician-led implementation process	6
The effect of vestibular and somatosensory rehabilitation in addition to early rehabilitation on balance after stroke: a randomized controlled trial	6
The preparedness assessment for the transition home after stroke predicts key domains of caregiver health	6
Effectiveness of contrast compression therapy for post-stroke complex regional pain syndrome: a randomized control trial	6
The effectiveness of core stability exercises on functional outcomes in early subacute stroke recovery: a randomized controlled trial	5
Upper limb assessment with inertial measurement units according to the international classification of functioning in stroke: a systematic review and correlation meta-analysis	5
Body structure/function impairments and activity limitations of post-stroke that predict social participation: a systematic review	5
Comparison of the effects of robot-assisted gait training using FES versus virtual reality for stroke patients. A randomized clinical trial	5
Self-reported emotional health and social support but not executive function are associated with participation after stroke	5
Measurement properties of the 6-min step test for estimating cardiorespiratory fitness in individuals with chronic stroke	5
Incidence of post-stroke depression symptoms and potential risk factors in adults with aphasia in a comprehensive stroke center	5
Factors and prediction model associated with resumption of social outings in stroke survivors 6 months after onset: a multicenter prospective study	5
Differences in uneven-surface walking characteristics: high-functioning vs low-functioning people with stroke	5
Letter regarding the article entitled “participation in daily life activities at two months after stroke predicts long-term health-related quality of life”	5
The association between neuroimaging data and presence of lateropulsion after stroke	4
Feasibility of performing a multi-arm clinical trial examining the novel combination of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation and aerobic exercise for post-stroke depression	4
Global prevalence of stroke-associated pneumonia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cross-sectional studies	4
Chronic pain prevalence and severity associated with stroke survivorship	4
Assessing limb apraxia after ischemic stroke: validation of the Chinese version of the diagnostic instrument for limb apraxia-short version (DILA-S) classic subtests	4
Development of health literacy assessment scale for Thai stroke patients	4
Health literacy is associated with less depression symptoms, higher perceived recovery, higher perceived participation, and walking ability one year after stroke – a cross-sectional study	4
Limitations in utilization and prioritization of standardized somatosensory assessments after stroke: A cross-sectional survey of neurorehabilitation clinicians	4
Effect of visual stimulation using color looming disc in Anton syndrome: a case report	4
Spatiotemporal strategies adopted to walk at fast speed in high- and low-functioning individuals post-stroke: a cross-sectional study	4
Inferior vena cava filter migration to the heart after stroke: a case report	4
Recommended moderate to vigorous physical activity levels for people in the chronic phase of stroke can be achieved in outpatient physiotherapy: a multicentre observational study	4
The role of family Social support in stroke recovery and desired rehabilitation outcomes in U.S. adults: a scoping review	4
Differences in factors associated with stair-climbing ability at discharge based on the severity of lower limb paralysis in patients with stroke	4

Hemodynamic mechanisms underlying orthostatic hypotension in stroke survivors: a cross-sectional study	4
Effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation over the supplementary motor area on balance and postural control in stroke patients: a randomized controlled trial	4
Role of tDCS plus virtual reality in enhancing cognitive function in patients with chronic stroke: a quasi-randomized clinical trial	4
High-intensity locomotor training during inpatient rehabilitation improves the discharge ambulation function of patients with stroke. A systematic review with meta-analysis	4
Non-pharmacological interventions to treat mood disturbances post-stroke: a systematic review	4
The impact of social determinants of health on stroke rehabilitation service utilization measured during acute stroke hospitalization	4
Effect of reformer-based hip abductor exercises on strength, balance, gait speed, step length, and fall efficacy in patients with chronic stroke: a randomized control trial	4
Development of the Japanese version of the awareness questionnaire for assessment of self-awareness after acquired brain injury: reliability and validity	4
Is communication key in stroke rehabilitation and recovery? National linked stroke data study	4
The Brazilian version of the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS 2.0) is reliable and valid for chronic stroke survivors	3
AI in evaluating ambulation of stroke patients: severity classification with video and functional ambulation category scale	3
Identification of a know-do gap: An observational study of the assessment and treatment of dysphagia during inpatient stroke rehabilitation in primary healthcare in Norway	3
Stroke self-efficacy questionnaire – Denmark (SSEQ-DK): test–retest of the Danish version	3
Fatigue predicts level of community integration in people with stroke	3
Solution-focused brief therapy combined with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for post-stroke depression: a randomized controlled trial	3
Does acupuncture combined with MOTOmed movement therapy have a better rehabilitation effect on post-stroke hemiplegia patients? A systematic review and meta-analysis	3
New technology to address affected vs nonaffected arm contributions to ergometer performance in people poststroke	3
A systematic review of upper extremity outcome measures assessed in randomized controlled trials of post stroke upper extremity rehabilitation over time	3
Asymmetry in fractional anisotropy of the corticospinal tract correlates with measures of body structure/function and activity in the chronic phase after stroke	3
Interventions for improving self-efficacy in patients after stroke based on self-efficacy-related principles of Bandura’s cognition theory: a systematic review and meta-analysis	3
Intraindividual variability in post-stroke cognition and its relationship with activities of daily living and social functioning: an ecological momentary assessment approach	3
Non-invasive brain stimulation to improve visual perception after stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis	3
Pilot RCT examining feasibility and disability outcomes of a mobile health platform for strategy training in inpatient stroke rehabilitation (iADAPT)	3
The role of cognitive load on motor performance of the ipsilesional arm in stroke survivors with severe hemiparesis	3
The psychometric properties of the PROMIS® profile CAT in people with stroke	3
Functional Independence predicts patients with stroke more likely to be discharged to the community after inpatient rehabilitation	3
The effect of motor imagery and action observation on autonomic functions in patients with chronic stroke	3
Cross-cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Arabic version of Stroke Self-Efficacy Questionnaire for Patients with Stroke	3
Does noninvasive brain stimulation combined with other therapies improve upper extremity motor impairment, functional performance, and participation in activities of daily living after stroke? A syste	3
Effect of five different body positions on lung function in stroke patients with tracheotomy	3
Dance interventions for individuals post-stroke - a scoping review	3
The minimal clinically important difference of the motricity index score	3
Experiences of participation in everyday activities for people with stroke in Nairobi, Kenya	3
Association between energy intake and activities of daily living in patients with acute stroke at hospital discharge: a retrospective cohort study	3
Is training speed an accurate predictor of who attains a minimal clinically important difference in the six-minute walk test in people with chronic stroke?	3
Mediation effect of self-efficacy on the relationship between perceived social support and resilience in caregivers of patients with first-stroke in China: a cross-sectional survey	2
The minimally clinically important difference in the 2-minute walk test for people in the subacute phase after a stroke	2
Participation in daily life activities at two months after stroke predicts long-term health-related quality of life	2
Adaptation, cross-cultural validation, and assessment of measurement properties of the French-Canadian version of the Determinants of Implementation Behavior Questionnaire (DIBQ) for use regarding sex	2
Inverted U-shaped relationship between Barthel Index Score and falls in Chinese non-bedridden patients: a cross-sectional study	2
Validity and reliability of sensor system to measure trunk range of motion during Streamlined Wolf Motor Function Test in chronic stroke and aged-matched healthy participants	2
The effect of body awareness on trunk control, affected upper extremity function, balance, fear of falling, functional level, and level of independence in patients with stroke	2
Effects of end-effector robotic arm reach training with functional electrical stimulation for chronic stroke survivors	2
Development of a self-help cognitive behavioral therapy programme for reducing the stigma of stroke survivors: a modified delphi study	2
Racial disparities among mild stroke survivors: predictors of home discharge from a retrospective analysis	2
The minimal clinically important difference of the mini-balance evaluation systems test in patients with early subacute stroke	2
Effects of ankle-specific perturbation training on lower limb motor function and plantar pressure changes in stroke patients: A randomized controlled study	2
Effects of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy on lung function in stroke: a network meta-analysis	2
Effect of using an 8-figure shoulder brace on arm swing angle and gait parameters in chronic stroke patients: a pilot randomized controlled study	2
Sensory deficits of the paretic and non-paretic upper limbs relate with the motor recovery of the poststroke subjects	2
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing: does measured peak O ₂ reflect a valid peak O ₂ in patients with hemiparetic stroke?	2
Correction	2
Lateropulsion with active pushing in stroke patients: its link with lesion location and the perception of verticality. A systematic review	2
Effects of scapulo-humeral training on ultrasonographic and clinical evaluations in stroke: a randomized controlled trial	2
Effects of exercise on post-stroke cognitive function: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	2
Prevalence and outcome of pre-onset frailty in patients with acute stroke	2
Validation of tele-assessment of disability and health after stroke using WHODAS 2.0 through video call in a middle-income country	2
Cardiorespiratory fitness, physical activity, and fatigue three months after first-ever ischemic stroke	2
Use of myoelectric orthosis after stroke or traumatic brain injury: a systematic review	2
Predictors of non-stepping time in people with chronic stroke	2
Accuracy of four sarcopenia screening methods in patients with chronic stroke in Thailand: a cross-sectional study	2
Relationships between cardiorespiratory fitness, physical activity practices, and functional outcomes one-year post-stroke in northern Benin: A case–control study	2
Investigation of the relationship between lower limb orthosis user satisfaction and quality of life and functionality in stroke patients: a cross-sectional study	2
Lateropulsion resolution and outcomes up to one year post-stroke: a prospective, longitudinal cohort study	2
Telerehabilitation in post-stroke care: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	2
The effects of cycling on walking outcomes in adults with stroke: a systematic review	2
Validity and intra- and inter-rater reliability of the Tinetti performance-oriented mobility assessment balance subscale using different tele-assessment methods in patients with chronic stroke	2