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Early Gait Training: Explanation of Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO)
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A recent stroke survivor listens to his therapist while she describes why he has been given an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) for his left lower extremity.
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Morning ADLs: Standing at the Sink for Grooming & Hygiene
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A 47-year old stroke survivor begins his morning ADLs in his room. The therapist observes and assists, as needed, during bed to wheelchair transfer, sit to stand, and oral hygiene at the sink.
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Early Gait Training: Difficulties with Sit to Stand and Stand to Sit
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Facilitation of sit to stand and stand to sit with a stroke survivor can be difficult. Observe how Jan Davis helps the therapist provide the appropriate amount of assistance and tactile cues for this stroke survivor.
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Early Gait Training: Seven Attempts at Sit to Stand
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Observe this stroke survivor during his seven attempts at sit to stand. Note differences in the amount of assistance needed, as well as the verbal and tactile provided by the therapist and changes in environment.
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Early Gait Training: Patient Observations Inside the Parallel Bars
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This stroke survivor begins early gait training with his therapist in the parallel bars. Observe the patient, as well as the therapist, to determine specific difficulties during his two attempts at ambulation.
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Early Gait Training: Patient Observations Outside of the Parallel Bars
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This stroke survivor continues early gait training with his therapist outside of the parallel bars. Observe the patient, as well as the therapist, to determine specific difficulties during sit-to-stand, stand-to-sit, and two attempts at ambulation.
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Early Gait Training: Using a Platform Walker
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Gait training continues for this stroke survivor, but the environment changes. Observe the patient, as well as the therapists, to identify specific difficulties during sit-to-stand, stand-to-sit, and his attempts at ambulation using a platform walker
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Car Transfer, A Stroke Survivor's First Attempt
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This is the first attempt for Henry, a stroke survivor, to transfer from his wheelchair to his car. With his wife standing by, observe the difficulties for the therapist and patient as he attempts a wheelchair to car transfer for a community outing.
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Upper Extremity Assessment: Acute Care
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The initial assessment of a young stroke survivor is performed in the acute care hospital. The therapist observes limitations in upper extremity ROM and motor control.
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Medical Management: Sternal Precautions
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The therapist describes sternal precautions for a young stroke survivor following surgery for a mitral valve replacement. The cardiac incision is clearly illustrated and the healing is nearly complete.
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Mobility: Rolling from Supine to Sidelying in Acute Care
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At the conclusion of the treatment session, the therapist helps a young stroke survivor position more comfortably in bed.
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