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Stroke: Interventions to Address Neuroplasticity for the Patient With Stroke
Author(s): Cindy Zablotny, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist; Julie Hershberg, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist; Kristin Parlman, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist
Following a stroke, numerous neuroplastic changes take place within the brain. These changes may promote behaviors that enhance recovery or may serve to limit recovery. A common behavioral consequence seen after stroke is the development of motor compensation strategies that promote learned nonuse of the involved side but overuse of the less-involved extremities. Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants can assist the patient to address motor strategies.
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Date: June 29, 2017
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: Clinical Summary
Cindy Zablotny, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist; Julie Hershberg, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist; Kristin Parlman, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist