STROKE-FUNCTIONAL ELECTRICAL STIMULATION (FES)

SUMMARY

UPPER LIMBS
1. FES can be used to improve or restore volitional grasp and manipulation functions required for ADLs (Popovic et al., 2002), or can be intended as a permanent assistive device (neuroprosthesis) for helping patients perform ADL.

2. FES may be beneficial for improving dexterity, but not muscle strength.

3. The literature is mixed regarding improvements in motor function, ADLs, spasticity, ROM & stroke severity.

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