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Rehabilitation technique for stroke patients effective in improving arm, hand movement

10-31-2006 · EurekAlert!

Therapy that includes restraining the less-impaired arm or hand of a stroke patient appears effective in improving movement and functional use of the paralyzed arm or hand, according to a study in the Nov. 1 issue of JAMA.

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