by Tara Tobias | Mar 10, 2021 | Balance, Neurologic Rehabilitation Concepts, Spasticity, Stroke, Stroke Balance, Stroke Leg Exercises, Stroke Treatment
One of many problems when the neurologic system is damaged are ankle contractures. A contracture is where the soft tissue structures surrounding a joint shorten causing loss of movement. What Causes a Contracture? There are several factors that can lead to an ankle...
by Tara Tobias | Mar 9, 2021 | Ataxia, Balance, Neurologic Rehabilitation Concepts, Stroke Balance
Balance (also known as postural stability) is dramatically impacted when there is damage to the neurologic system and can increase the fear of falling. It is the one ability most of us (adult humans) take for granted……..until it is gone. Lack of postural stability...
by Tara Tobias | Mar 5, 2021 | Stroke, Stroke Treatment
Stroke survivors often suffer from a myriad of complications after their stroke. In an effort to help you get the most out of your rehab (and reach your maximum potential) there are some critical tips and/or “foundational” points of emphasis. Things you didn’t...
by Tara Tobias | Mar 3, 2021 | Parkinson's Disease
Depression is common problem associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and can affect all aspects of your life. In fact, it is estimated that approx. 40-50% of those diagnosed with PD experience depression. Depression is a serious mental illness that causes...
by Tara Tobias | Mar 3, 2021 | Multiple Sclerosis, Neurologic Rehabilitation Concepts
It seems almost every other week there is some new study on the benefits of exercise and how it can help prevent conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and depression. But what about multiple sclerosis? The national MS society reports that 1 million people are...
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