Kinesiology 3413A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 16: Hemiparesis, Spasticity, Muscle Weakness
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Does it work (provide evidence): be able to describe a sample fame class format. Top 3 considerations: muscle weakness hemiparesis, most common unilateral muscle weakness, important in assessing muscle strength (make sure you test bilaterally for muscle strength) Walking impairments foot drop which is when your dorsi-flex, what happens with your toe when. Affected muscle tendon groups must be stretched asap. Reduced mobility you have walking impairments and your foot catches. Impaired cognition, presents in talking slowly, clearly, and simply especially with complicated movements and introduce new ideas, review often, expect them to forget and not pick up the information and provide instructions. Cognition and communication picture boards, signs with instructions. Spotting is really important when doing nm training and balance, tips in the fame exercise program and refer to fame on tips on spotting. Use different pieces of equipment to optimize the rehab. Ankle foot orthotics, afo to tie your foot upwards. Different equipment options such as cuff weights.