Pre- and Postsurgical Approaches to the Treatment of the Adult with Hemiplegia Having Motor Balancing Surgery of the Upper Extremity

Abstract

This paper describes both the pre and post surgical treatment of the adult hemiplegic who has a disabling spasticity in the upper extremity. This includes discussion of general criteria for selection used y the therapist as well as guidelines for therapy after surgery. Emphasis is on close collaboration with the surgeon and in meeting the daily functional needs of the patient.