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.
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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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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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.
