Rhythm and the Motor System: Post Stroke Gait Training

Rhythm and the Motor System: Post Stroke Gait Training is organized by Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT).

Credits:
Contact Hours : 1 hour
CEUs : 0.1

Description:
Since a landmark study by Rossignol and Melville in 1979, there has been a surge of research demonstrating that the auditory and motor systems have a rich connectivity that promotes the synchronization or entrainment of the rhythmic signal and the motor response. This research has been translated into an intervention for gait training called Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation (RAS). There have been decades of clinical research demonstrating the effectiveness of RAS on specific diagnoses, including stroke. Outcomes include increased symmetry of muscle activation, diminished timing variability, and improved velocity and stride length. This presentation will discuss the neuro-mechanical foundation and practical applications of RAS in patients post stroke.

Course Fee:
Non-Member Price: $40.00
Member Price: $30.00

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