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Exercises to Lift a Stiff/Heavy Leg

Published in Rehab-HQ RSS 17th November 2022

Following a neurologic injury, some people experience a leg that feels stiff, heavy, or both. This can make walking difficult.  In this video, you will learn the best exercise routine to relearn how to lift the leg more efficiently and minimize the sensation of having a “heavy leg”. What causes the leg to feel stiff?  […]

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Balance Exercises For Stroke Patients

Published in Rehab-HQ RSS 19th July 2022

Balance exercises for stroke patients are critical for improving walking confidence and returning to normal life What is Balance? Balance is the ability to maintain the center of mass (the body) within the base of support (the feet). Balance is also the ability of the ankles and hips to perform quick, automatic reactions when the […]

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Mat Exercises for Spinal Cord Injury: Promoting Safe Recovery

Published in Flint Rehab 13th July 2022

Mat exercises for spinal cord injury survivors are ideal because a mat helps lower the risk of falling or straining the joints. Rehabilitation exercise is an important element in spinal cord injury recovery that should be performed on a consistent basis to promote neuroplasticity (central nervous system’s ability to rewire itself) and improve mobility. After […]

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Spinal Cord Injury Shoulder Exercises: Boosting Upper Extremity Strength & Mobility

Published in Flint Rehab 9th July 2022

Practicing spinal cord injury shoulder exercises consistently can help increase range of motion, lengthen stiff muscles, and reduce pain. Shoulder pain is often caused by overusing the arm after a spinal cord injury. Some survivors may also experience weakness or immobility in the shoulders. If the shoulders are neglected for too long, it can create […]

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Best Exercises To Reduce Spasticity

Published in spasticity 7th July 2022

Spasticity is a common side effect of certain neurological conditions. And while the word might make you think of muscle spasms, it’s much different from what you might think. “Oftentimes, you may hear the word ‘muscle spasm,’ ‘stiffness’ or even ‘rigidity,’” says physical therapist and clinical rehab specialist Randy Karim, PT, DPT, NCS, CBIS. “However, […]

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Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery Exercises: 20 Physical & Cognitive TBI Exercises

Published in Flint Rehab 3rd July 2022

Many of the secondary effects caused by a TBI can be managed through traumatic brain injury recovery exercises. Rehabilitation provides many benefits such as improving movement, rebuilding strength, and restoring cognitive function. Finding fun, engaging exercises is crucial to ensure you make the most out of your recovery. To help you navigate the rehabilitation process, […]

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Arm Exercises for Stroke Patients: Helpful Movements for All Ability Levels

Published in Flint Rehab 19th June 2022

Depending on the type of stroke you experienced, it may have affected your arm strength and mobility. If this sounds like something you’d like to work on, give these 15 hand and arm exercises for stroke patients a try! Just like how different types of strokes can affect different parts of your body, the severity […]

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Aquatic Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury: Promoting Recovery with Pool Exercises

Published in Flint Rehab 11th June 2022

Aquatic therapy for spinal cord injury rehabilitation is an effective way to develop balance, strength, and movement patterns. Aquatic therapy is a safe form of physical therapy for survivors when supervised by a trained physical therapist. A physical therapist can provide various pool exercises for spinal cord injury suited to your ability level that can […]

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Upper Extremity Exercises for Spinal Cord Injury Survivors to Improve Mobility

Published in Flint Rehab, Spinal Cord Injury 27th May 2022

After a spinal cord injury, survivors may struggle with movement in the upper extremities, which consists of the shoulder, arms, elbows, and hands. To improve function, survivors must engage in upper extremity exercises for spinal cord injury rehabilitation. This article will explore the various types of upper extremity exercises for spinal cord injury survivors, including […]

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Spinal Cord Injury Exercises: Improving Mobility After SCI

Published in Flint Rehab 16th May 2022

When a spinal cord injury disrupts the transmission of signals between the brain and body, spinal cord injury exercises can often help restore communication. Rehab exercises are essential for activating neuroplasticity, which is the central nervous system’s ability to rewire itself and strengthen neural pathways. When searching for spinal cord injury exercises to add to […]

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Hand Exercises for Spinal Cord Injury: How to Improve Fine Motor Skills

Published in Flint Rehab 16th May 2022

After spinal cord injury, survivors may struggle with hand movement, coordination, or other effects. Fortunately there are hand exercises for spinal cord injury that help improve hand function and promote recovery. This article will explore some of the most popular and effective hand exercises for spinal cord injury that help rebuild strength and flexibility. Be […]

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