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 Nogginsandneurons@gmail.com
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
DORO’S OT PRACTICE – The Neuro Hub
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