Daily Vibrotactile Stimulation Exhibits Equal or Greater Spasticity Relief Than Botulinum Toxin in Stroke
There are over 100 million people living with chronic stroke worldwide,1 20%-45% of whom are affected by upper limb spastic hypertonia (spasticity and hypertonia).2-4 Spastic hypertonia results in muscle contractions that resist voluntary movement and can leave the limb in a contracted position. Over time, spastic hypertonia leads to contractures that can permanently immobilize joints.5 In the upper limb, spastic hypertonia can impair hand use, dressing, sleep, hygiene, and comfort.6
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Caitlyn Seim, Bingxian Chen, Chuzhang Han, David Vacek, Alexis Lowber, Maarten Lansberg, Allison M. Okamura Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH Source Type: research