Watsu approach for improving spasticity and ambulatory function in hemiparetic patients with stroke | Zendy

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Watsu approach for improving spasticity and ambulatory function in hemiparetic patients with stroke

Author(s) -

Chon Seung Chul,

Oh Duck Won,

Shim Jae Hun

Publication year - 2009

Publication title -

physiotherapy research international

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

SCImago Journal Rank - 0.509

H-Index - 49

eISSN - 1471-2865

pISSN - 1358-2267

DOI - 10.1002/pri.421

Subject(s) - spasticity , ambulatory , rehabilitation , hemiparesis , stroke (engine) , physical medicine and rehabilitation , medicine , physical therapy , motor function , mechanical engineering , engineering , angiography

Background and Purpose . This study reports the effect of Watsu as rehabilitation method for hemiparetic patients with stroke. Method . Watsu consisted of 40 treatment sessions for 8 weeks, delivered underwater or at water surface level, it applied in three patients. Outcome measures included tools for assessing spasticity and ambulatory function. Results . All patients showed decreased scores in the TAS and RVGA after Watsu application. Conclusions . Watsu was helpful in controlling spasticity and improving ambulatory function of the patients with hemiparesis. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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