Application of Motor Imagery Therapy in Stroke (review)
- VernacularTitle:脑卒中运动想像疗法进展
- Author:
Lu LI
;
Na DOU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
stroke, motor imagery therapy, rehabilitation, review
- From:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
2009;15(11):1032-1033
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Motor imagery therapy is based on the theory of plasticity in the central nervous system. Movement with imagery improved reconstruction of damaged motor conduction pathway, and made restoration of central nervous system. Motor imagery adapts to recovery mode of stroke, and was proved to be effective on motor function when applied with physical therapy for stroke patients. This article would review its background, mechanisms, Methods and effects, etc.
