Sensorimotor training and neural reorganization after stroke: a case series.

ABSTRACT:

Background and purpose

Impaired hand function decreases quality of life after stroke. The purpose of this study was to pilot a novel 2-week upper extremity sensorimotor training program. This case series describes the training program and highlights outcome measures used for documenting behavioral change and neural reorganization.

Case description

Behavioral/performance changes were identified via sensorimotor evaluation. Activity-induced neural reorganization was examined using sensory functional magnetic resonance imaging, diffusion tensor tractography, and brain volume measurement. Participant 1 was a 75-year-old right-handed man 1 year post-right hemisphere stroke, with severe sensory impairment across domains in his left hand; he reported limited left-hand/arm use. Part

SUBMITTER: Borstad AL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3726277 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature