Stroke

Question 1

Bobath neurodevelopmental approach to stroke rehab

Answer 1

seeks to eliminate abnormal spasticity, flexor synergy, and primitive reflexes

opposite of Brunnstrom

Question 2

Brunnstrom approach stroke rehab

Answer 2

“use what you’ve got”

opposite of Bobath (neurodevelopmental approach)

promote spasticity, flexor synergy, and primitive reflexes to facilitate function in ambulation and ADLs

Question 3

Rood approach to stroke rehab

Answer 3

sensory stimulation to help retrain proper movement patterns

Question 4

proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) approach stroke rehab

Answer 4

perform diagonal movement patterns to facilitate a more natural movement for the limbs