Standing with Fearful Patients During Function
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The standing tolerance of fearful patients often improves within the context of enriched environments. Determine why the patient is fearful, provide a secure environment and then facilitate motor control during tasks in standing.
The standing tolerance of fearful patients often improves within the context of enriched environments. Determine why the patient is fearful, provide a secure environment and then facilitate motor control during tasks in standing.
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Functional Treatment in Standing
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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.
