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OT upper-limb recovery — what works (task practice, CIMT, mirror therapy)
Evidence-informed survivor module: upper-limb recovery is driven by task practice; overview of CIMT and mirror therapy concepts; how to talk to OT about fit/dose.
Recovery & RehabCaregiver, SurvivorIntermediate20 minStandard (9–12)
Educational only
Educational only — therapy choice and dosing must be guided by your OT/clinical team.
Get help now
Stop and seek urgent help for chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting, or new stroke-like symptoms. For severe shoulder pain after exercise: pause and contact your clinician/therapist.
Key takeaways
- Explain why task practice matters
- Understand CIMT and mirror therapy at a high level
- Prepare questions for OT about fit/dose/safety
Big idea: repetition + specificity
- Practice the task you want
- Many reps
- Small daily dose
Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT)
- What it is
- Who it fits
- Common barriers
Mirror therapy
- How it works (concept)
- Visual feedback
- Motor imagery
How to talk with OT
- What’s safe for me?
- How many reps?
- How will we measure progress?
Red flags
- Worsening pain
- Spasticity flare
- Shoulder subluxation signs
Practice check
What you’ll practice
These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.
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