HOW DOES PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP?
Physical therapy isavitalpartof the recovery forapersonwhohassuffered from a stroke. A thorough evaluation is done in various stages of the rehabilitation process todetermineprogression instrength, transfers,walking,balance, range ofmotion,andsafety.Our licensedphysical therapistsapproach thecareofeach 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-termgoalofanystroke rehabilitationplan is to improvephysical function so thepatientcanbeas independentaspossible.Sometimes,apatientmayhave to relearn basic skills, such as walking, dressing, writing, speaking, or eating. At Rebound Fitness & Rehabilitation, our advanced methods and modalities are equipped to help you relearn, recover, and reclaim your life. According to Move Forward PT, some of the most 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 by affected by stroke. With this treatment method, a constraint will be put on the arm on 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 on muscles 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.Thishelpsrebuildtheresponsesbetweenthebrainandthebody. • Positioning.Positioning isusedtohelpwithtransfers,suchassittingtostanding or sitting to laying 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 relearnproperwalking functions,as theamountofsupportwillbegradually decreasedwith improvementofposture,strength,balance,andcoordination. • Biofeedback. Biofeedback helps patients become more aware of how their musclesworkandhow tocontrol them. It isdonebyattachingelectrodes to the skin and displaying muscle activity on a monitor. By understanding the readings, thepatientcanbetterunderstandhow theirmusclesareworking. 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 Rebound Fitness & Rehabilitation today!
Exercise of the Month Try this movement to relieve neck pain.
Berry Almond Smoothie Bowl
LEVATOR SCAPULAE STRETCH Grasp your arm on the affected side and tilt your head downward into the armpit. Use your opposite hand to guide your head further into the stretch. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
Ingredients • ⅔ cup frozen raspberries • ½ cup frozen sliced banana • ½ cup plain almond milk • 5 tbsp sliced almonds, divided • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp ground cardamom • ⅛ tsp vanilla extract • ¼ cup blueberries • 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
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Directions Blend raspberries, banana, almond milk, 3 tablespoons almonds, cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla in a blender until very smooth. Pour the smoothie into a bowland topwithblueberries, the remaining2 tablespoonsalmondsandcoconut.
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