Description: How extensive is loss of strength after stroke in the upper and lower limbs? How does this loss of strength impact activity limitations? From paralysed muscles through to mild weakness – what can we do to increase strength, and how does improved strength impact activity?

Learning objectives: By the end of the presentation, attendees should be able to;

  • Describe the prevalence and extent of loss of strength after stroke and the implications for activity limitations
  • Describe the evidence and practical strategies for increasing strength after stroke, from extreme through to mild weakness

Presenter: This 1-hr webinar presented by:

Dr Simone Dorsch BAppSci(Physio), MHlthSci, PhD

Physiotherapist
Senior lecturer, Faculty of Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University, Sydney.
Director, The StrokeEd Collaboration.

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