Rehabilitation

Physiotherapy in Stroke Rehabilitation ‘Rehabilitation Phase’

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Physiotherapy in Stroke Rehabilitation ‘Rehabilitation Phase’ Introduction During the ‘rehabilitation phase’, the main aim for the patient is to undergo treatment to maximize movement related ability/ function. The physiotherapist aims to achieve this by delivering interventions that aim to reduce impairments and disability. (Connell, Busse, & Lennon, 2009) In this article we will discuss the …

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Introduction to Neurophysiotherapy

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Introduction A survey done in 2002, (Lennon, 2003), to investigate physiotherapy practices for stroke patients found out that the bobath concept was the preferred approach (67%) followed by an ‘eclectic’ approach (31%)(A mixture of different approaches). The survey also identified four theoretical themes that governed the practice of neurological physiotherapy. These were; The promotion of …

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Interventions Used in Neurophysiotherapy

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Introduction An emerging evidence base surrounding the issues of neurological rehabilitation means that the role of the physiotherapist in treating and managing neurological conditions is developing. Current research identifies the importance of task-specific, strength and repetitive training. Alongside this the use of novel interventions, such as functional electrical stimulation (FES) and constraint-induced movement therapy (CiMT) …

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Outcome Measures

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Introduction Using standardized measurement tools has been regarded is an indication of proper physiotherapy practice (Stokes, 2009).  In fact, the use of standardized outcome measures is recommended as a way of promoting evidence- based practice and is part of good clinical practice (Smith, Watson & Connell, 2013). While measurements tools are used in assessments in …

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Goal Setting in Neurophysiotherapy

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Introduction According to Lexell & Brogardh, (2014) the rehabilitation process comprises of four steps: Assessment Goal Setting Interventions Outcome Measurement. Assessment has been discussed in a different article. This article will focus on the second step, goal setting, in the neurorehabilitation process. Goal setting is used as a tool to improve the quality of the …

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