PHYSICAL THERAPY:PHYSICAL REHABILITATION FOR STROKE PATIENTSDaniel GarnerICT 101_02

WHAT IS A STROKE?

A stroke (CVA- Cerebro Vascular Accident) can be caused by bleeding in the brain or by a blood clot that blocks blood flow to the brain.Post-Stroke Symptoms: Difficulty walking, speech impairment, and trouble with small everyday tasks (ie: picking up a fork).

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WHAT IS A PHYSICAL THERAPIST?Physical Therapist (aka "PT's") aid the injured or ill to help improve their patient's movement and/or ability to cope with pain they may be experiencing.-Requires a Doctoral degree-Average Pay: $82,390/year

PHYSICAL THERAPY AND REHABILITATION OF STROKE PATIENTS

EXERCISE IS KEY

● Exercise intensity is of ample importance when dealing with a patient whose suffered from a stroke.

● The process should be slow, deliberate, and progressive

● Increase intensity with improvement

EXAMPLES OF EXERCISES● Sit-to-stand transfers

● Climbing stairs for repetitions

● Standing leg raises

● Hip extensions

● Walking for distance

RECAP

● A stroke caused by bleeding in the brain or a blood clot that blocks blood flow to the brain.

● Symptoms of post-stroke may include: Motor skill deficiencies, difficulty walking, trouble in performing simple tasks

● Exercise intensity should be stressed in a deliberate manner, slowly increasing intensity with improving conditions

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