Open AccessVideo evidence of improved hand function following repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation combined with physical therapy in stroke: a case report
Author(s) -
Carey James R.,
Chen Mo,
Streib Christopher D.
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.1455
Subject(s) - transcranial magnetic stimulation , medicine , physical medicine and rehabilitation , rehabilitation , stroke (engine) , stimulation , brain stimulation , physical therapy , functional electrical stimulation , mechanical engineering , engineering
Key Clinical Message In a 46‐year‐old female 6 months poststroke who presented with minimal paretic hand function, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), and exercises considerably improved her function beyond that accomplished with conventional rehabilitation. However, intermittent rTMS (2 sessions/week) was required to sustain the benefits. Research is required to determine the critical frequency of intermittent rTMS needed to sustain functional gains long term.