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What is the purpose of Brunnstrom's?
It is movement therapy for hemiplegia, use of synergy patterns to organize the CNS.
How many stages are there and what are they?
1- no volitional movement
2 - appearance of basic limb synergies, beginning of spasticity
3 - synergies performed voluntarily, spasticity increases
4 - spasticity begins to decrease. Movement patterns are not dictate solely by limb synergies
5 - further decrease in spasticity is noted with independence from limb synergy patterns
6 - isolated joint movements are performed with coordination
7 - normal motor function is restored
What are the flexor and extensor synergy patterns?
What are some positive and negative effects of spasticity?
Positive - maintain muscle tone
Negative - inhibits/impairs joint movement, increased risk of contractures
What are some techniques for sensory stimulation?
Stretching, tappin, stroking, pressure, warmth
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