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Tackling Spasticity Part 1


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EPISODE TITLE: Tackling Spasticity Part 1

 EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified, Doro and Deb talk about spasticity. We covered:

  • Definition of spasticity and spastic paresis
  • Underlying mechanisms of motor recovery and spasticity-they aren’t the same
  • Keys to promoting recovery
  • How to know if someone has spasticity
  • Creating an occupational profile as a treatment plan foundation
  • Measuring spasticity
  • We hope you enjoyed this episode of Noggins And Neurons. As always, we want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]

    Show References

    Crow, J. L. & Harmeling-van der Wel, B. C. (2008). Hierarchical properties of the motor function sections of the Fugl-Meyer Assessment Scale for people after stroke: A retrospective study. Physical Therapy, 88(12): 1554-67. DOI:10.2522/ptj.20070186 Source-PubMed https://www.researchgate.net/publication/23389179

     

    Li, S. (2017). Spasticity, Motor Recovery, and Neural Plasticity after Stroke. Frontiers in Neurology; April 3:8:120.  DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2017.00120

    THERAPY PRACTICE RESOURCES:

    NEW RESOURCES

    • Secondary Stoke Prevention Info Graphic
    • Homonymous Hemianopia Flyer
    • N & N Podcast Instructor Guides:
      • Impact of Psychosocial Factors on Stroke Recovery
      • Factors Affecting Stroke Recovery
      • Stroke Recovery Along the Continuum of Care
      • Sensory Recovery
      • DEB’S RESOURCES

        • Beyond the Basics: Motor Recovery Bootcamp (Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy Guide)
          • The OT's Guide to Mirror Therapy
          • Tri-Fold Mirror (US addresses only)
          • Occupational Therapy Intervention: Scavenger Hunt Visual Scanning for Adults
          • Occupational Therapy Intervention 2 Pack: Scavenger Hunt & Visual Trails for Adults
          • Noggins And Neurons Podcast Creative Learning & Discussion Guide (Free for podcast members)
          • PETE’S blog and book, “Stronger After Stroke: Your Roadmap to Recovery” 3rd edition:

              • Blog: blogspot.com
              • Book: Stronger After Stroke, 3rd edition
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