Scooting Forward & Backward in the Chair
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Jan Davis demonstrates how to help a patient shift their weight from side to side in order to scoot forward and backward while seated in a chair or on a bed. This method is useful when repositioning a stroke survivor whose feet do not reach the floor
Jan Davis demonstrates how to help a patient shift their weight from side to side in order to scoot forward and backward while seated in a chair or on a bed. This method is useful when repositioning a stroke survivor whose feet do not reach the floor
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Introduction to Improving Function
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Jan Davis introduces the concepts of care that provides the foundation for this video course. Occupational therapists and physical therapists can optimize the potential for functional gains utilizing five treatment principles.
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Improving Awareness During Bedrest
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This video describes the therapeutic benefits of the patient’s environment, proper bed positioning and supporting the upper extremity during rest. Therapists can impact functional gains before the first treatment session begins.
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Evaluations & Observations
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Observation is key in determining problem areas related to hemiplegic shoulder pain. Jan Davis begins her evaluation of a stroke survivor. Observe asymmetry of the scapula, shoulder and trunk.
