Evaluations with patients and lessons learned

Abstract

A set of exercises for different stages of stroke recovery has been collected and combined with the analysis of relevant literature and our practical clinical knowledge. This allowed for more reliable clinical testing of relevant exercises in a telerehabilitation setting, supported by teleconferencing. Based on the results of these efforts, we defined basic principles for treatment of the upper limb using preferred distal movements and evidence-based therapeutic methods of treatment. We developed a set of concrete rehabilitation exercises, focusing on motor function training including bimanual activities, coordination, reach, grasp and dexterity tasks. According to the results of discussing selected exercises and technical capabilities, we modified the rehabilitation exercises and present the final selection in this chapter.