Stroke Recovery Why Are Repetitive Motions Important After a Stroke? Stroke survivors face a unique and difficult challenge: repairing and remodeling their bodies, minds, and lives. The process can often seem like mapping out a brand new course through totally uncharted waters.
Home Rehab Outpatient Rehab: Outpatient or At-Home Therapy About two-thirds of stroke survivors receive some type of rehabilitation services. Depending on the level of medical care required, a patient can receive inpatient, outpatient, or home therapy. The primary goal of inpatient rehab is to return the patient to their home environment in a safe manner as independently as
Electrical Stimulation How Can Electrical Stimulation Help After a Stroke? Electrical stimulation therapy consists of taking electrodes and attaching them on to the skin over a muscle. Once the electrical stimulation unit is activated, it sends electrical currents to the muscle causing it to contract.
Repetition Stroke Therapy and Exercise: Move Early and Often to Increase Function About Effective Stroke Exercise and Stroke Therapy Act fast for your Stroke Therapy! Nearly 75% of stroke survivors have difficulty with hand and arm movement after stroke and only about 20% experience some functional recovery in the first 6 months. Focus on upper extremity exercise, particularly during inpatient rehabilitation, is
Stroke Recovery Does Therapy Dose Really Matter For Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery? Does therapy dose really matter for stroke rehabilitation and recovery? One of the most frequently asked questions that we hear in rehabilitation practice is “how often should I be doing my exercises”? When it comes to the dose or frequency of therapy for gait retraining, upper extremity function and motor
