How Does Physical Therapy Help With Post-Stroke Rehabilitation?
Physical therapy is a vital part of the recovery for a person who has suffered from a stroke. A thorough evaluation is done in various stages of the rehabilitation process to determine progression in strength, transfers, walking, balance, range of motion, and safety. Our licensed physical therapists approach the care of each person as an individual, adapting the best rehabilitative process to each case. Occupational therapists work very closely in the process to improve upper extremity and hand function. Occupational therapists can also assist with speech therapy, by working with muscle deficits of speech, swallowing, and facial expressions. For patients experiencing decreased cognitive function following their stroke, cognitive challenges can help increase the functioning of the brain to problem-solve many of life’s daily activities. The long-term goal of any stroke rehabilitation plan is to improve physical function so the patient can be as independent as possible. Sometimes, a patient may have to relearn basic skills, such as walking, dressing, writing, speaking, or eating. At FYZICAL Arkansas, our advanced methods and
modalities are equipped to help you relearn, recover, and reclaim your life. According toMove Forward PT, some of themost effective physical therapy practices for helping patients relearn how to walk, use their upper body, and perform daily activities include: •Constraint-induced movement therapy. It is common for one half of the body to be affected by stroke. With this treatment method, a constraint will be put on the armon the strong half of the body, in order to force the patient to use the weakened arm to perform daily tasks. This will help rebuild strength and function. • Functional electrical stimulation (FES). FES is performed onmuscles that are extremely weak, in order to help them move. It can benefit stiff or painful areas of the body. •Motor imagery and mental practice. This helps the patient regain function in their arms, hands, feet, and legs by “rehearsing” the action out loud before performing it. This helps rebuild the responses between the brain and the body. •Positioning. Positioning is used to help with transfers, such as sitting to standing or sitting
to lying down. It works to reduce muscle pain, spasms, slowness, and stiffness, by helping the patient relearn proper positioning of their body. •Partial body weight support (BWS). This is done to partially support the patient’s body as they walk, usually on a treadmill. It helps the patient relearn proper walking functions, as the amount of support will be gradually decreased with improvement of posture, strength, balance, and coordination. •Biofeedback. Biofeedback helps patients becomemore aware of how their muscles work and how to control them. It is done by attaching electrodes to the skin and displaying muscle activity on a monitor. By understanding the readings, the patient can better understand how their muscles are working. If you have recently suffered from a stroke, don’t hesitate to seek the proper rehabilitation. Get started on the path to reclaiming your life by scheduling a consultation with FYZICAL Arkansas today!
UP YOUR MEATLESS MONDAY GAME! Vegan Chicken Salad
DIRECTIONS
1. Place the chickpeas into a medium bowl and roughly mash them with a fork or potato masher. 2. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until fully mixed. 3. Taste-test and adjust any seasonings to your liking. 4. Chill or serve immediately. Source: https://www.connoisseurusveg.com/seitan-chickpea-salad-with-dill-and-almonds/
INGREDIENTS
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill • 1/4 cup chopped scallions (about 2 medium scallions) • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1/4 cup vegan mayo (or more if you’d like a creamier salad) • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas, drained, rinsed and lightly mashed • 8 ounces seitan (about 1/2 batch if using homemade), finely diced • 1/2 cup slivered or sliced roasted almonds • 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
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