| Abstract |
Purpose : This study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of inspiratory muscle training(IMT) studies for stroke patients conducted over the past 10 years(2011–2020) in Korea. Methods : Previous literature was electronically searched using the RISS, KISS, KCI, and NDSL databases. Tree databases were searched for stroke IMT articles. A total of 12 studies were selected according to the PRISMA guidelines, and the Jeong’g qualitative evaluation criteria were used to refer to the checklist presented by the Scottish Intercollegiate Guideline Network. Results : Twelve studies met the criteria. In a qualitative evaluation on the papers, one study scored 8 out of 10, seven scored between 6 and 7, and four scored 5. Intervention sessions were conducted between 20 and 30 min, each at a frequency of three to five sessions per week, for a total of 4–8 weeks. The results indicated that IMT effectively improved respiratory function, physical activity, and respiratory muscle function in stroke patients. Conclusion : IMT was found to have a positive effect on respiratory function, physical activity, and respiratory muscle function in stroke patients. |