A contribuição do treinamento funcional na reabilitação de pacientes pós-avc: uma revisão bibliográfica

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Stroke represents one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, resulting in significant motor, cognitive, and functional impairments. Post-stroke rehabilitation is a complex and multifaceted process aimed at restoring patients’ functionality and independence. In this context, functional training has emerged as a promising approach, standing out for its effectiveness in improving mobility, balance, and quality of life. OBJECTIVES: To systematically review the scientific literature on the contribution of functional training in the rehabilitation of post- stroke patients, identifying the benefits, techniques, and outcomes of this therapeutic modality. METHODOLOGY: A literature review was conducted in the LILACS and SciELO databases, using specific descriptors combined with Boolean operators. Twelve scientific articles published between 2015 and 2025 were included, all addressing post-stroke rehabilitation through physical exercise and/or functional training. RESULTS: The evidence shows that functional training promotes significant gains in muscle strength, motor coordination, balance, and mobility, contributing to the restoration of autonomy. Improvements in psychological well-being were also observed, with reductions in anxiety, depression, and stress. Functional training supports brain neuroplasticity, stimulating the reorganization of neural circuits and accelerating motor readaptation. CONCLUSION: Functional training represents an effective, safe, and humanized approach to post-stroke rehabilitation, capable of integrating physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects, thus restoring autonomy and quality of life to patients. Its incorporation into clinical protocols is recommended, with supervision by qualified professionals and individualized interventions.