Post-Stroke Spasticity: Predictors of Early Development and Considerations for Therapeutic Intervention

The complexities of post-stroke spasticity (PSS), and the resultant difficulties in treating the disability, present a significant challenge to patients, stroke rehabilitation teams, and caregivers. Reducing the severity of spasticity and its long-term complications may be facilitated by early intervention, making identification of stroke patients at high risk for developing spasticity essential. Factors that predict which patients are at risk for the development of PSS are identified.
Source: PM and R - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Source Type: research