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Discover how the Romberg test assesses proprioception, balance and sensory ataxia. Learn how to use advanced diagnostic tools for your balance assessments.
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A recent study examined the outcomes of an eccentric-focused physical therapy program for post-hip fracture recovery. Participants using BTE's Eccentron showed positive improvements in lean muscle mass, force production, and functional abilities.
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Balance assessments play a key role in gauging your stroke patient's fall risk, functional abilities, vestibular impairment, proprioception, and more. Read on for a breakdown of five essential balance assessments in stroke rehab: Romberg, Unterberger, Berg Balance Test, timed up and go, and functional reach test.
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Eccentric contractions have so many unique properties that make it ideal for rehabilitation and training. And we’re not just talking musculoskeletal benefits (although this side alone is compelling enough). Eccentrics also engage the neurological system to promote healing, learning, and neuromuscular control, too.
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Neuromuscular reeducation is the intersection between neurological relearning and functional rehabilitation. In occupational therapy, it is often the “how” behind the inspiring rehabilitation journeys of our most severe cases. In this article, we’ll uncover why this approach works, how to objectively measure progress, and which treatment techniques to use with your patients.
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It's time to get proactive with our elderly clients' health. Help stop future falls, injuries, loss of mobility and function, and other health problems with this preventive approach to functional rehab.
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Dive into the complexities of managing boutonniere deformity, a common yet challenging finger injury in sports and rheumatoid arthritis patients. This article offers a comprehensive guide on diagnosis, treatment, and practical insights for rehab therapists.
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Aerobic exercise offers the potential to not just mend but revitalize. It’s time to elevate this unsung hero of recovery so that it becomes a cornerstone, rather than an afterthought, in neurological rehab.
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Dupuytren’s can mimic a few other common hand conditions. In this post, we’ll take a deeper look at Dupuytren’s Contracture and cover some key topics related to diagnosing and treating this condition.
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Typically, we see a combination of mobility and motor control dysfunctions. To achieve stabilization, the body compensates by sacrificing mobility elsewhere. As we assess and treat our patients, it is important that mobility dysfunctions are addressed before motor control dysfunctions.
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Virtual reality can improve motor re-learning in stroke patients through repetition of tasks, environmental feedback, and mental imagery. Here's how VR gaming can benefit your patients.
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As an orthopedic PT, I frequently work with traumatic amputations. During assessment, I consider both the physical and mental / emotional impact of the patient's condition. Treatment addresses strength, flexibility, function, and emotional care.
