Introduction: Cerebellar ataxia is a disease that affects the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls smooth movements. The cerebellum ensures smooth movements by coordinating muscle groups to work together in the right way, at the right time, with the correct force, speed, and range of motion. Damage to the cerebellum shows on the same side as the injury. There are different types of cerebellar ataxia. To reduce its effects, we use various alternative treatments. One of these is physical exercise. The most common exercises for patients with cerebellar ataxia include balance training, flexibility exercises, long-term motor learning, walking, strengthening lower limb muscles, stability exercises, and balance practice. The main goals of stability exercises for these patients are to improve balance, coordination, and functional ability. Stability exercises help make the trunk more stable, which allows patients to perform daily activities more safely and efficiently. Purpose: The purpose of this diploma work was to analyze how stability exercises affect balance in patients with cerebellar ataxia by reviewing research articles. Methods: The review included researches written in English. The databases used were PubMed, Science Direct, Web of Science, and JSTOR. The keywords used were stability exercises, core exercises, balance, cerebellar ataxia, exercise, either alone or in combination. Results: Based on the inclusion criteria, five studies were selected, involving 156 participants in total, 144 of whom completed the studies. The sample size varied between the studies. Exercise programs lasted 4 to 8 weeks, with sessions held three to five times a week, each lasting 55 to 60 minutes. All studies reported positive effects of stability exercises on balance in patients with cerebellar ataxia. Statistically significant improvements were seen within the experimental groups. However, no statistically significant differences were found when comparing the experimental groups to control groups. Discussion and Conclusion: Stability exercises are essential to rehabilitation for patients with cerebellar ataxia. These exercises improve trunk stability, balance, and coordination, leading to better functional ability and quality of life. Both home-based and guided stability exercise programs help improve balance in patients with cerebellar ataxia.
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