Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain
Hemiplegic shoulder pain is a common complaint for stroke survivors. Many pathologies are included in the diagnosis of hemiplegic shoulder pain, and many with shoulder pain have a multifactorial cause….
Spasticity Management After Stroke
Many poststroke survivors develop spasticity. Spasticity is usually associated with other neurologic impairments, in particular paresis, which complicate the evaluation of its consequences and of treatment outcomes. The diagnosis and…
Upper Limb Motor Impairment After Stroke
Understanding poststroke upper limb impairment is essential to planning therapeutic efforts to restore function. However, determining which upper limb impairment to treat and how is complex because the impairments are…
Predictors of Functional Outcome Following Stroke
Key points • Motor function at baseline and age are the strongest clinical predictors of stroke recovery. Bedside examination, such as Medical Research Counsel testing, can provide the clinician with…
An Expression of Gratitude
Gregory T. Carter, MD, MS, Consulting Editor One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with gratitude to those who touched our human feelings. The curriculum is so…
Stroke Rehabilitation
John Chae, MD, Editor Pablo A. Celnik, MD, Editor We are pleased to present this latest issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America dedicated to stroke rehabilitation….
Gait Retraining
In terms of running, there is evidence that links mechanics with injury. This evidence provides the justification for altering these mechanics. Increased hip adduction and vertical impact loading have been…
Core and Lumbopelvic Stabilization in Runners
Core muscles provide stability that allows generation of force and motion in the lower extremities, as well as distributing impact forces and allowing controlled and efficient body movements. Imbalances or…
Malalignment Syndrome in Runners
More than 80% of runners are out of alignment. The standard back examination should include assessment of pelvic alignment. An awareness of pelvic malalignment and the the malalignment syndrome is…
An Evidence-Based Videotaped Running Biomechanics Analysis
Running biomechanics play an important role in the development of injuries. Performing a running biomechanics analysis on injured runners can help to develop treatment strategies. This article provides a framework…
