Tips and techniques
Here we share tips and techniques about aspects of patient mobility after a stroke, including splinting, bracing, positioning, and transfers.
Related section resources
- Positioning and mobility: Strategies for improving positioning and mobility.
- Bed mobility: Techniques for body mechanics during patient bed transfers.
- Body mechanics for caregivers: Safe body mechanics for caregivers assisting with mobility.
- Splinting and bracing: How splints and braces control or prevent motion to improvement alignment for better function.
- Transfer techniques: Safe methods for lift transfers, pivot transfers, and sliding board transfers.
- Weight shifts: How weight shifts help prevent pressure sores and improve comfort.
- Wheelchair positioning: Proper wheelchair positioning for better comfort and mobility.