Muscle atrophy is the loss of muscle tissue or the thinning of a muscle. This can be due to multiple medical reasons, aging, malnutrition, or lack of physical activity, but muscle atrophy can specifically happen following a stroke. Muscle atrophy occurs secondary to a...
Completing any task one-handed can be very very challenging, especially when it involves a multistep process or dynamic activity that previously required two hands. For instance, most people brush their teeth one-handed at baseline, but very few have had every chopped...
Strokes are well known to create a cascade of medical and functional impairments, such as immobility, depression, loss of autonomy, and reduced functional independence. (1) Regardless if the stroke occurred recently or is now considered chronic (>3-6 months...
It is estimated that 80% of stroke survivors have a one-sided weakness. Anywhere from 20-50% of survivors have tight muscles, often referred to as spasticity, in the affected limb as well. Depending on the area in which the stroke occurs, the survivor may also...
Reclaiming your life after a stroke requires a tremendous amount of physical work. It also takes a high level of mental fortitude to conquer multiple challenges that surface throughout the recovery process.Survivors with a growth mindset focus on the process- not just...
After a stroke occurs, most survivors will experience a change in arm strength or impairments causing mild to severe difficulty with daily tasks, mobility, transfers, or instrumental daily activities such as returning to work, driving, or cooking. In today's world,...
Strokes, known as cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), occur when blood flow in part of the brain is interrupted, denying brain tissue oxygen and nutrients. Damage to or death of brain cells can occur within minutes of such an event. There is a wide range of effects on...
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. In order to safely transfer please get formal in person training from a professional. This article is only meant to offer tips after you have received formal training. Time in rehab is too short to catch it all, especially when...
After a stroke, best practice physical medicine and rehabilitation guidelines recommend early intervention of occupational therapy services. Occupational Therapy for Stroke Patients: Enhancing Motor Skills and Brain Function Occupational therapy is a scientifically...