Preparing for Function: Alice
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Jan Davis demonstrates how occupational therapists and physical therapists can reduce upper extremity tone and prepare the patient for functional tasks. Included are step-by-step instructions on how to open a tight hand.
Jan Davis demonstrates how occupational therapists and physical therapists can reduce upper extremity tone and prepare the patient for functional tasks. Included are step-by-step instructions on how to open a tight hand.
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