Assistive Technology and Stroke Rehabilitation

These flashcards cover key concepts in assistive technology and rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients.

Assistive Technology (AT)

Any item, piece of equipment or product system used to increase, maintain or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.

Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT)

A rehabilitation technique designed to reduce functional problems in the affected upper extremity of clients with stroke, involving constraining movements of the less-affected arm.

Aids for Daily Living

Devices that help individuals perform daily living tasks independently, e.g., modified eating utensils.

Augmentative Communication

Devices aiding speech and hearing-impaired individuals in communicating, e.g., communication boards and text-to-speech software.

Mobility Aids

Devices such as wheelchairs and canes that assist individuals in moving within environments.

Environmental Controls

Electronic systems enabling individuals to control appliances like lights and TVs via switches activated by pressure or breath.

Human Activity Assistance Technology Model (HAAT)

A framework for understanding the role of assistive technology in the lives of people with disabilities.

Neuroplasticity

The brain's ability to reorganize by forming new neural connections, essential for motor recovery after a stroke.

Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT)

A less intensive version of CIMT involving fewer hours per day, maintaining effectiveness for stroke rehabilitation.

Motor Learning

The process of acquiring and refining skills through practice, crucial for rehabilitation post-stroke.

Interventions for Stroke Rehabilitation

Strategies aimed at improving motor function and activities of daily living, including therapies like CIMT, robotics, and virtual reality.