Interventions For Sensory Impairments (2) Flashcards
What are the sensory impairments that impact function?
Hypo and hyper sensitivity
Anesthesia
Reduced discrimination
Sensory neglect
What are sensory impairments in a stroke?
Total or partial sensory loss, sensory neglect, or hypersensitivity
What is prognosis for sensory impairments in a stroke?
Varied (some sensory return expected)
What are the sensory impairments in a TBI?
Hypo or hyper sensation and paresthesia
What is prognosis of sensory impairments in TBI?
May progress from hypo to hyper sensation (some deficits may be permanent)
What is the sensory impairment in MS?
Loss of sensation, altered sensation, tingling, numbness, or painful paresthesia
What is prognosis of sensory impairments in MS?
Symptoms may come and go but they get worse over time
How long does sensory interventions activate both sensory and motor cortices?
Up to an hour
What are treatments for hyposensitivity?
Sensory integration
Participation in functional training and motor learning exercise
Intermittent pneumatic compression
Thermal modalities
Sensory retraining
NMES and TENS
What is sensory integration?
Organizes sensation from one’s own body and from the environment and makes it possible to use body effectively within environment
What is participation in functional training and motor learning exercises?
Makes sensory and motor connection
How can you use thermal modalities for hyposensitivity?
Alternate between hot and cold
What are compensatory techniques for hyposensitivity?
Home modifications
AD
Translate sensory input from hypo functioning area to intact area
How can you translate sensory input from a hypo functioning area to an intact area?
Vibration on Achilles
What are techniques for hypersensitivity?
Sensory integration
Brushing protocol
Vibration
