Stroke: The Evidence for Physiotherapy
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Physiotherapy is one of the key disciplines involved in Stroke Rehabiliitation as part of an interdiscpilinary team. According to Stokes and Stack (2012) the role of the physiotherapist is to enable people with stroke to achieve their optimal physical potential and functional independance [1].
Guiding Principles[edit | edit source]
Lennon and Bassile (2009) put forward eight guiding principles for neurological physiotherapists which look at an holistic approach to provide a strong framework for development of your treatment plan.
International Classification Function
Principle 1: The ICF[edit | edit source]
Principle 2: Team Work[edit | edit source]
Principle 3: Patient-Centred Care[edit | edit source]
Principle 4: Neural Plasticity[edit | edit source]
Principle 5: A Systems Model of Motor Control[edit | edit source]
Principle 6: Functional Movement Re-education[edit | edit source]
Principle 7: Skill Acquisition[edit | edit source]
Principle 8: Self Management (Self-Efficacy)[edit | edit source]
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Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
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- ↑ Stokes M and Stack E. Physical Management for Neurological Rehabilitation - Third Edition. Elsevier Health Sciences; 2012.
