SHOULDER PAIN IN STROKE PATIENTS

1
SHOULDER PAIN IN STROKE PATIENTS

• Sue Oxley
• Therapy Co-Ordinator
• Neuro-Rehab
• SLH

2
HOW COMMON?

• Up to 70 of Stroke Patients are affected by
  painful shoulder
• Such pain can interfere with the ability to
  participate in therapy and other day to day
  activities

3
ANATOMY

• Shallow joint - relies heavily on its musculature
• After stroke - muscles can be floppy or tight
• - reduced sensation
• - neglect, unaware where arm
  is
• Poor positioning and handling

4
AIMS

• Aim to prevent shoulder problems
• Take care with positioning
• Take care with handling
• Report any problems to Therapist