Abstract

"Objective: Determine whether there is scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of thermotherapy in the management of spasticity in adult patients post stroke. Method: A systematic review of randomized trials were performed, the databases searched were Medline, Cinahl, Central, PEDro, SPORTDiscus and Lilacs. Results: 4 studies that metour eligibility criteria and selection were selected. Conclusion: There is controversial evidence that the US produces are duction in neural electrophysiological excitability compared to US placeboand IR; moderate evidence that US not produces clinical improvement in range of motion or level of spasticity, compared to US placebo, IR, TENS and botulinum toxin."