Category: Acute Neurological Conditions

AIM: To train reaching and manipulation using constraint-induced movement to encourage use of the affected…

AIM: To train reaching and manipulation using trunk restraint to prevent excessive trunk flexion Rationale:…

AIM: To train supine to sitting Rationale: Whole-task training is set up so the patient…

AIM: To prevent shoulder subluxation using electrical stimulation Rationale: Transcutaneous electrical stimulation (an electrical current…

AIM: To prevent hand swelling using electrical stimulation. Rationale: Transcutaneous electrical stimulation (an electrical current…

AIM: To prevent loss of the ankle dorsiflexion range using low load prolonged stretch Rationale:…

AIM: To prevent loss of forearm, wrist, finger and webspace range using low load prolonged…

AIM: To prevent loss of external rotation range using low load prolonged stretch. Rationale: A…

AIM: To assess spasticity using the Tardieu scale Rationale: The Tardieu scale is used to…

AIM: To train the regulation of flexor force in preparation for manipulating objects. Rationale: An…

AIM: To train flexion and extension of the MCP joints with the IP joints in…

AIM: To train individual finger movements in preparation for manipulating objects Rationale: An important component…

AIM: To train thumb and little finger opposition in preparation for manipulating objects Rationale: An…

AIM: To train conjunct rotation of the thumb and little finger in preparation for manipulating…

AIM: To train forearm supination and pronation in preparation for reaching and manipulation Rationale: An…