by Tara Tobias | May 18, 2020 | abdominal exercises, Balance, Stroke
A Gym ball exercise routine is a great way to improve your balance. If provided with the correct exercises, they can challenge almost every “problem area” for a stroke survivor. The main areas that are problematic after a stroke are steadiness, symmetry,...
by Tara Tobias | May 17, 2020 | Spasticity, Stroke Leg Exercises
Stretching a spastic ankle is critical to improve standing and walking. However, stretching a spastic ankle can also be extremely challenging. Add to that, NOT stretching a spastic ankle and you are at risk for making it worse. Ugh….. All that being said, never...
by Tara Tobias | May 15, 2020 | Spasticity, Stroke Leg Exercises, Stroke Treatment
What is Knee Hyperextension after a Stroke? Knee hyperextension is a common problem after a stroke. Knee hyperextension is when the knee goes beyond a straight position. Yeah, not exactly natural looking or feeling. ? Knee hyperextension (recurvatum) usually happens...
by Tara Tobias | May 14, 2020 | Balance, Stroke Balance
Balance is an even distribution of weight within a base to maintain an upright position. Balance problems are very common after a stroke. Balance is a critical part of almost all of our daily activities. Lack of balance confidence can elicit fear and anxiety. More...
by Tara Tobias | May 13, 2020 | Activities of daily living, Stroke Arm Exercises
Hemiplegia (weakness on one side of the body) can be a huge cause of disability following a stroke. This can make activities such as grasping, reaching, and manipulating objects difficult, if not impossible. Constraint Induced Movement Therapy has been well...