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What changes are seen in the gait pattern after a stroke with resultant hemiplegia?
Prolonged stance phase (double limb support)
What foot/ankle deformity commonly occurs after a stroke?
Equinovarus foot
What is the first-line treatment option?
Splint and physical therapy
What type of ankle-foot orthosis (AFO)
One that enables dorsiflexion
is appropriate during the recovery period?
One that has a plantar flexion stop
ln what direction does muscle function generally return after a stroke?
Proximal to distal
What is the best physical exam predictor of ambulation recovery after acquired brain injury?
Balance
lf equinus persists after 6 to months, then what procedure should be undertaken?
Achilles tendon lengthening
What tendon transfer can improve foot and ankle function? Why? What is it particularly indicated for?
Split anterior tibial tendon transfer (SPLATT)
Because anmerior tibial tendon is generally spastic
Indicated for dynamic varus
What is the problem with performing a posterior tibial (PT) tendon transfer for foot drop?
PT tendon is out of phase with dorsiflexion