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Multiple Sclerosis, Problems Observed in the Home: Part 4
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A woman with multiple sclerosis demonstrates how she has learned to adapt her environment and her kitchen routine to accommodate the changes in her functional abilities due to weakness and fatigue.
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Cheryl at Home, Part 4: Morning Routine
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A stroke survivor is assisted by her caregiver in completing her morning routine of oral hygiene and grooming at the sink. Observe how her caregiver manages the suction during oral hygiene and provides encouragement throughout.
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Cheryl in Home Therapy, Part 1: Edge of Mat
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The clinician provides support for the client’s trunk on the edge of the mat while the caregiver engages eye contact and reaching.
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Cheryl Working on the Mat, Part 1
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During her final week in inpatient rehabilitation, a stroke survivor participates in a two-person transfer, weightbearing on the mat, visual tracking, and cervical stretches.
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Cheryl at Home, Part 5: Tube Feeding
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A stroke survivor receives enteral nutrition through a feeding tube to supply nutrients and fluids since she is unable to safely eat by mouth. Her caregiver explains each step of the process.
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Cheryl Oral Motor, Part 1: Oral Stimulation
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A stroke survivor undergoes oral stimulation In preparation for eating and swallowing. Observe how she responds as her caregiver uses a vibration kit to “wake up” the mouth and increase oral awareness.
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Cheryl Oral Motor, Part 2: Swallowing Ice Chips
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A stroke survivor swallows ice chips. Observe how her caregiver utilizes verbal, visual, and tactile cues to facilitate her swallowing.
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Cheryl Oral Motor, Part 3: Drinking Water from a Cup
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A stroke survivor drinks water from a cup. Observe how her caregiver combines cueing and physical assistance to facilitate her bringing the cup to her mouth and swallowing the water.
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Cheryl Working on the Mat, Part 2
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During her final week in inpatient rehabilitation, a stroke survivor participates in visual tracking exercises on the edge of the mat in preparation for discharge home.
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Cheryl in Home Therapy, Part 2: Standing Frame
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The clinician and caregiver work together to help Cheryl stand in the standing frame. Notice how alert Cheryl is while standing, although communication is a challenge.
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Cheryl Entering the Home, Part 1: Two-Person Transfer from Car to Wheelchair
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A stroke survivor completes a stand pivot transfer from her car to her tilt-in-space wheelchair with the assistance of two caregivers. Observe how her caregivers use the tilt function of her wheelchair to assist with optimal positioning.
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