Are changes in upper extremity use during sub-acute rehabilitation after stroke associated with physical, cognitive, and social activities? An observational cohort pilot study.
Jacob GohlkeBirgit Juul-KristensenIris Charlotte BrunnerPublished in: Physiotherapy research international : the journal for researchers and clinicians in physical therapy (2019)
Our findings suggest that the use of the affected upper extremity and a general increase in activity are associated. Facilitating both general physical activity and specific upper extremity use at a rehabilitation ward may benefit overall recovery.