Blair and Stanley (1985) developed a system with demonstrated reliability that delineates the categories as follows: (a) predominantly spastic ... (e.g., quadriplegic, diplegic, hemiplegic).

All you need is a good plan with staple exercises using equipment you can find just about anywhere. Here, Ellis highlights four exercises that can serve as the foundation of your workouts.

Two patients with spastic diplegia secondary to prematurity have had a dramatic improvement in gait during the first 6 months after starting modafinil. Two other patients with spastic diplegia not ...

Slowly control yourself back to the starting position. Over time, try to provide less support with your feet to make the exercise more challenging, in line with your increasing strength levels.

High-intensity interval training is an accessible workout program that can work for all types of people and can be done with or without equipment. The program can have weight loss and other health ...

Exercise can bring many benefits to your menstrual cycle. Regular exercise, like yoga, stretching, or aerobic workouts, can reduce menstrual pain by up to 25%, research shows. Exercising during your ...

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