A person's flexibility and ability to move their joints are key to their physical well-being (1). "Range of motion" refers to how far a joint can move, with some joints allowing for more flexibility than others (2). Occupational and physical therapy (OT and/or PT)...
Introduction - Does Stroke Cause Muscle Atrophy? When a stroke occurs in a person, it can damage the brain and may trigger a series of events that ultimately lead to muscle atrophy. Muscle atrophy is a loss of muscle size or mass resulting in muscle weakness. Atrophy...
After a stroke, many patients experience paralysis or weakness on one side of the body, including in the wrist, forearm, hand, and fingers. This can impact a survivor’s ability to perform everyday tasks and affect their overall quality of life. Around 77% of all...
How IpsiHand Empowers Stroke Recovery The Neurolutions IpsiHand Upper Extremity Rehabilitation System is a cutting-edge neurorehabilitation device that is designed to enhance traditional rehabilitation programs by integrating innovative technology into a daily...
Falls are a leading cause of injury among seniors, with a significant number experiencing them annually. They can lead to head and brain injuries, disability, and death. Accidental falls can happen at any age, but are more common in senior-aged adults. It is the...
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) is widely used in pain treatment, but it is also a tool that physical and occupational therapists may employ as a strategy to help stroke survivors recover their motor skills. (1). This small machine generates an...
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a very common and often serious complication that can occur after a stroke. It happens when the muscles involved in the swallowing process are weakened or paralyzed due to damage in the area of the brain that is responsible for...
Language and communication are fundamental aspects of human interaction. When impaired, significant emotional and social repercussions are often experienced. Frustration, embarrassment, and feelings of shame are commonly shared responses to language and communication...
Physical and occupational therapists often employ a variety of approaches when treating a stroke survivor to recover their motor skills. The Brunnstrom Approach, developed by Swedish physical therapist Signe Brunnstrom in the 1960s, is a widely recognized and...