Understanding spasticity and why your muscles feel tight after stroke — plus what can help
A full recording of our live session with Flint therapist Rachel Higdon on spasticity after stroke. Learn what spasticity really is, why it happens after stroke, and what you can do at home to help manage it. Watch the complete webinar for free below!
Rachel is a neuro physical therapist and certified brain injury specialist on the Flint Rehab clinical team. She works with survivors on building home routines that hold up long after formal therapy has stopped.
Spasticity after stroke can be frustrating.
Spasticity can feel confusing, frustrating, and unpredictable. One day your arm, hand, leg, or foot may feel loose. The next day it may feel tight, stiff, or difficult to move.
In this free webinar, licensed neuro physical therapist Rachel Higdon explains what spasticity is, why it starts in the brain, and how daily tools like slow stretching, breathing, positioning, rhythmic movement, and weight bearing may help calm the nervous system.
You’ll also learn when it may be time to talk with a medical provider about options like medication, Botox, splinting, orthotics, or other treatments.
What you'll learn
Who this session is for
This session is a must watch for anybody struggling with spasticity or caregivers looking to better understand what causes spasticity so they can help a loved one continue to improve.
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