Loss of functional movement is a common consequence of stroke for which a wide range of
interventions has been developed. In this Review, we aimed to provide an overview of the …

In the United States, the incidence rate of new or recurrent stroke is approximately 795 000
per year, and stroke prevalence for individuals over the age of 20 years is estimated at 6.5 …

Foreword This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical
problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of …

Background Contractures are a common complication of neurological and non‐neurological
conditions, and are characterised by a reduction in joint mobility. Stretch is widely used for …

Background Contractures are a disabling complication of neurological conditions that are
commonly managed with stretch. Objective The purpose of this systematic review was to …

Upper limb spasticity affecting elbow, wrist, and finger flexors can be safely and effectively
reduced with injections of botulinum toxin type‐A (BoNT‐A). It has been best studied in …

Background and Purpose—Splints are commonly applied to the wrist and hand to prevent
and treat contracture after stroke. However, there have been few randomized trials of this …

Background Skeletal muscle spasticity is a major physical complication resulting from
traumatic brain injury (TBI), which can lead to muscle contracture, joint stiffness, reduced …

The purpose of this randomized controlled trial was to determine whether regular stretch
increases hamstring muscle extensibility. Sixty healthy individuals were randomly allocated …

The aim of this study was to determine whether an intensive stretch program increases
muscle extensibility or subjects' tolerance to an uncomfortable stretch sensation. Twenty …