I was inspired to do this blog after working with a 40 year old male whom had suffered a stroke caused by a blockage in his left middle cerebral artery. As a result of him sustaining an injury the left side of his brain, he was left with abnormal tone and muscle weakness in his right upper and lower extremity. The goal of rehabilitation for this patient in physical and occupational therapy was to maximize and/or regain functional movement as a result of neuroplasticity.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Outcomes after rehabilitation using neuroplasticity
The goal of rehab was to improve the patient’s capabilities by achieving functional goals. The potential to regain functional movement is due to neuroplasticity. This plasticity was achieved by using repetitive daily activities in a stimulating environment.
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