STROKE REHABILITATION: ELECTRICAL STIMULATION FOR THE HEMIPARETIC ARM

Course overview

Hemiparesis of an arm following stroke has a significant impact on functional ability involving ADLs, including dressing, bathing, reaching, and feeding. Rehabilitation of the hemiparetic arm following stroke has incorporated the use of electrical stimulation to treat glenohumeral subluxation, weakness, pain, impaired function, and reduced range of motion (ROM). This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of electrical stimulation for the hemiparetic arm in stroke rehabilitation, including goals of treatment and contraindications, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.