Solving the Complicated Shoulder After Stroke
Neuroplasticity, protection, and personalization
Salia Rehab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 7491 . This Distance Learning - Independent activity is offered at .1 CEUs, introductory level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.
This AOTA approved continuing education class will challenge your beliefs regarding the complications surrounding pain and weakness in the shoulder of a person recovering from stroke. Practitioners should be ready to view the evidence in shoulder complications and learn about the efficacy of slings, taping, exercise, modalities and neuromuscular re-education.
The online class is intended for medical professionals (e.g. OT/OTA, PT/PTA, Physicians, etc.) directly related to the rehabilitation of a patient or client. To participate in this CEU and receive credit, the participant must be a licensed, treating clinician. Completion of this course will reward the participant with .1 CEUs or 1 contact hours, following completion of the presentation and a ≥ 80% score on the quiz. You will have 90 days to complete this course.
What is the pathophysiology of brain injury for ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes?
What are common causes of hemiplegic shoulder pain?
How does neuroplasticity play a role in hemiplegic shoulder recovery?
What are evidence-based treatment strategies that can improve shoulder function following stroke?
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Recall the evidence for optimal care of the person with stroke that is experiencing complications in the affected shoulder.
Identify the evidence-based interventions for optimal care of the person with stroke that is experiencing complications in the affected shoulder.
Identify the evidence to reduce secondary complications for a person with stroke that is experiencing complications in the affected shoulder.
List the 4 different subtypes of hemiplegic shoulder impairment.