Physical Therapy Interventions for Patients With Stroke in Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities

Abstract

Therapists selected an eclectic approach to intervention rather than specific intervention techniques. The approach to patients' care included interventions to remediate impairments and to compensate for functional limitations. Therapists also reported frequently using motor control and motor learning approaches to facilitate all activities. This approach to care is largely consistent with existing stroke care guidelines and advances in the scientific theories of motor control and motor learning.