Hemiplegic Shoulder Part 2: Interventions
Presented by J.J. Mowder-Tinney
Individuals who have had a stroke commonly have upper extremity involvement. Many times, the presentation of a hemiplegic shoulder can directly impact a person’s function. It is critical to have multiple intervention strategies to incorporate based on presentation. This course will address the critical aspect of providing a comprehensive intervention for a person with a hemiplegic shoulder.
Meet your instructor
J.J. Mowder-Tinney
Dr. J.J. Mowder-Tinney holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, a master of science in physical therapy from the University of Miami, and a doctorate in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. With nearly three decades of diverse clinical experience, her expertise…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Evidence-Based Interventions: General Overview
This chapter reviews a variety of evidence-based websites and references to provide a variety of treatment options. This will include a discussion of ways to overlap some of these options while performing task-specific activities to facilitate outcomes.
2. Priming the Upper Extremity Through Passive Range of Motion
This chapter will provide a number of video demonstrations for performing PROM of the upper extremity. Considerations for people with lower tone and higher tone will be discussed.
3. Interventions for Lower Tone Utilizing Open- and Closed-Chain Positions
This chapter will include multiple demonstrations to assist in improving alignment of the scapula and proper positioning of the arm in standing. While focusing on increasing input and activation examples will be given to progress a session for someone with upper extremity involvement.
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