Rehabilitation Techniques

• What is functional recovery?

  The brain's ability to reorganize after injury
• What does a physical therapist do?

  Assists with movement and strength.
• What are the two main processes supported by physical rehabilitation techniques?

  Structural plasticity and functional compensation
• What type of exercises are used in language therapy?

  Speech-language exercises
• What is the role of a neurologist in rehabilitation?

  Diagnoses and monitors brain injuries.
• How does a multidisciplinary approach utilize neuroplasticity?

  • Combines expertise from various specialists
  • Targets multiple recovery aspects
  • Enhances brain's ability to adapt and recover
• What is the primary aim of physical rehabilitation techniques?

  To restore motor skills and function
• What is neuroplasticity's role in rehabilitation?

  It maximizes functional recovery.
• What does functional plasticity involve?

  Functional reorganization of brain areas
• How do cognitive rehabilitation techniques benefit individuals?

  They help re-learn lost cognitive skills
• Why is it important to target multiple aspects of the brain in rehabilitation?

  To maximize functional recovery
• Why is a multidisciplinary approach effective in rehabilitation?

  It targets all aspects of recovery effectively.
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of physical and cognitive rehabilitation methods?

  Physical Method:

  • Strengths: Restores motor skills
  • Weaknesses: Can be tiring or painful

  
  

  Cognitive Method:

  • Strengths: Enhances memory/attention
  • Weaknesses: Requires consistent effort
• How does neuroplasticity aid in functional recovery?

  Other brain areas take over damaged functions
• How does a multidisciplinary team help a stroke patient?

  They collaborate to improve language and mobility.
• How does a multidisciplinary approach benefit recovery?

  It stimulates neuroplasticity for functional recovery
• What is the purpose of stimulating the brain in cognitive rehabilitation?

  To create new neural pathways
• What is neuroplasticity?

  Brain's ability to adapt and reorganize
• How do structural and functional plasticity work together in recovery?

  • Allow damaged areas to be bypassed
  • Compensate for lost functions
  • Facilitate overall functional recovery
• What is required to evaluate rehabilitation methods?

  Comparing effectiveness
• What does a speech-language pathologist improve?

  Communication abilities.
• What do cognitive rehabilitation techniques focus on?

  Restoring or improving cognitive functions
• What is the focus of an occupational therapist?

  Daily living skills.
• What is the relationship between cognitive rehabilitation techniques and cognitive neuroplasticity?

  Cognitive rehabilitation techniques stimulate neuroplasticity
• What can individuals do after a stroke affecting speech?

  Re-learn and regain lost functions
• How do cognitive rehabilitation techniques work?

  They rely on cognitive neuroplasticity
• What are the main types of physical rehabilitation techniques and their benefits?

  • Strengthening: Weight training, resistance bands - Builds muscle strength
  • Movement: Parallel bars, gait training - Restores balance/walking
  • Flexibility: Stretching, range of motion - Improves joint movement
  • Postural Support: Sling support, body positioning - Maintains correct posture
• What is a multidisciplinary approach in rehabilitation?

  It combines various specialists for recovery.
• What does structural plasticity involve?

  Physical changes like new synaptic connections
• How do physical rehabilitation techniques affect the brain?

  They activate specific brain regions and create new neural connections
• Which technique uses video games to improve cognitive function?

  Attention Training
• What happens if a part of the brain controlling speech is damaged?

  Another part can learn to control speech
• What are the two types of neuroplasticity involved in recovery?

  • Structural Plasticity
  • Functional Plasticity
• What is the role of neuroplasticity in recovery?

  It facilitates functional recovery in the brain
• What are common cognitive rehabilitation techniques?

  • Memory Training: Enhances memory using mnemonics
  • Attention Training: Improves focus with video games
  • Language Therapy: Rehabilitates language skills through exercises
• Who are the typical members of a rehabilitation team?

  • Neurologist: Diagnoses brain injuries
  • Physical Therapist: Assists with movement
  • Occupational Therapist: Focuses on daily living skills
  • Speech-Language Pathologist: Improves communication