Neuromotor Conditions of the Arm/Hand: Assessment and Treatment Considerations

March 9 lecture

What is muscle synergies

What are flexion synergies

What are extension synergies

When taking a neurological and functional assessment, what are we gathering information on?

Describe some treatment approaches for neurological motor recovery

What are the three focus goals of OT treatment, goals and intervention options?

1. OT treatment goals targeting the impairment

2. OT treatment goals targeting the complications

3. OT treatment goals targeting the function

   1. Take whatever available movement our clients have and begin to integrate it into function

What 5 things are OTs doing to target the impairment?

1. Normalize muscle tone

2. Postural control

3. Maximizing range of motion

4. Optimizing strength and endurance

5. Optimizing coordination

What 4 things are OTs doing to target the complications?

1. Reducing risk of contractures

2. Edema management

3. Maintaining joint alignment and providing protection and support

4. Addressing pain