Dr. Dana Kahl, PT, DPT, EdD and Dr. Benton Lindaman, PT, DPT answer a question a student submitted to the Stroke SIG regarding spasticity after stroke. They discuss assessment and management of flaccidity and spasticity within this episode. This discussion may be helpful for both students and PTs/PTAs alike! Note: This podcast used Artificial Intelligence (AI) for its creation! Source: Notebook LM Article referenced: Suputtitada A, Chatromyen S, Chen CPC, Simpson DM. Best Practice Guidelines for the Management of Patients with Post-Stroke Spasticity: A Modified Scoping Review. Toxins (Basel). 2024 Feb 10;16(2):98. doi: 10.3390/toxins16020098. PMID: 38393176; PMCID: PMC10892074. If you are a student and have a question regarding stroke rehabilitation, we are here to help! Submit questions here: https://www.neuropt.org/special-interest-groups/stroke/resources-for-students The information in this podcast is meant for the benefits of physical therapists. It is not meant for personal medical diagnosis and/or treatment. Individuals should always consult an appropriate medical practitioner with questions. This is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, rehabilitation, or treatment. Patients and other members of the general public should always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional regarding personal health and medical conditions. The Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy and its collaborators disclaim any liability to any party for any losses or damage by errors or omissions in this publication. The views or opinions expressed are those of the individual creators and do not necessarily represent the position of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy. Please send comments or questions on this podcast to the Stroke SIG at [email protected]. The Stroke Special Interest Group is part of the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy – www.neuropt.com.

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