Examination and Treatment of Neglect in Stroke Patients

Every year more than 795,000 people will have a stroke in the US. Approximately 29% of those will experience unilateral neglect consequently. Unilateral neglect creates deficits across all domains of movement and function including strength, motor planning and vision. It is one of the most challenging diagnoses referred to rehab professionals. This course will examine the presentation of neglect, discuss in detail the specific components and provide treatmentsuggestions.

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants

Highlights

• Practical assessment strategies of neglect and underlying functional deficits
• Immediately improve your understanding of types of neglect patients
• Reverse stroke neglect deficits such as a decline in function, strength, motor planning, and vision
• Treatment techniques that can beused the next day