Stroke and Brain Injury
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Wednesday May 04, 2022
Wednesday May 04, 2022
EPISODE TITLE: Perspectives on Neuroplasticity Part 2
INTRO: This episode is the continued conversation between two OTRs and two soon-to-be new grad OTs. During this episode we will wrap up virtual reality and move into other methods of traditional and non-traditional therapy with a focus on safety and interprofessional communication. The conversation rounds out with caretaker, friends, and family roles and the importance of support in rehabilitation and neuroplasticity.
EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified Perspectives on Neuroplasticity Part 2, with Tracy Bentley Root, Morgan Wellenzohn, and Sarah DiMayo we talked about:
- Virtual reality and the contraindications associated
- Mirror therapy and what are appropriate activities
- Action observation opportunities in the hospital with caretakers
- Weightbearing as a rehabilitation technique and safety
- Constraint Induced Movement Therapy
- Including caregivers/friends/colleagues in the rehabilitation process
- Equipment used in clinic and safety
As was stated in part 1 of this podcast “practice makes progress” and practice can come in many forms of therapy. They may be traditional such as mirror therapy and constraint induced movement therapy or non-traditional such as action observations with a family member. No matter what, recovery to desired rolls is possible, with careful consideration from healthcare providers and unique ways friends and coworkers can get involved. A great student take-away is to not underestimate the amount of knowledge we bring to our level II fieldwork sites and supervisors. Therapy is a collaborative process that requires and is enhanced by contributions from various perspectives.
As always, we want to hear your top takeaways!
LINKS TO ARTICLES, BOOKS AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Park, J., Chang, M., Kim, K., Kim, K. (2015). The effect of mirror therapy on upper-extremity function and activities of daily living in stroke patients. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 27(6), 1681-1683. https://doi.org/10.1589/jpts.27.1681
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