How to Facilitate Standing Safely
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This video emphasizes two themes for standing safely: 1) proper handling methods and, 2) safe environments. Both are equally important in the therapeutic management of stroke survivors learning how to stand safely.
This video emphasizes two themes for standing safely: 1) proper handling methods and, 2) safe environments. Both are equally important in the therapeutic management of stroke survivors learning how to stand safely.
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Sit to Stand: Common Problems
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Incorrect Method
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