Some time ago we have told you some things about visual alterations as a sequel to a stroke. Sequelae such as a reduced visual field or double vision (diplopia) are frequent in patients with stroke. However, its importance is centered on the initial evaluations of the neurological examination.
These visual alterations, sequelae of the stroke, usually correct themselves over time. But in many cases, they remain directly and indirectly affecting the patient’s recovery.
We know that human beings make great use of the visual system to guide their movement and guide their motor actions. After all it is a sensory system that provides a lot of information to the nervous system. Well, if that visual information reaches our brain altered or incomplete, we can suspect that the result of our motor planning will also be altered.
On the other hand, we know that the visual component is of great help to be able to maintain balance. Mostly due to peripheral vision and coordination between peripheral vision and central vision. Peripheral vision, which is responsible for giving us spatial orientation, is often reduced or altered and therefore influences our balance both sitting, standing, and while walking.
Knowing the importance of the visual system, in the Neurorehabilitation Clinic, we carried out an observational study on the visual affectations of patients with stroke and their balance disorders. You can consult the work at the link: https://www.fisioterapeutes.cat/es/comunicacion/revista-cientifica/xvii#visor/.
The work, prepared by Carina Salgueiro, is entitled “Visual impairment and balance in a stroke: An observational study”, it is easy to read for both professionals and curious users.