Applying principles of motor learning and control to upper extremity rehabilitation

Abstract The purpose of this article is to provide a brief review of the principles of motor control and learning. Different models of motor control from historical to contemporary are presented with emphasis on the Systems model. Concepts of motor learning including skill acquisition, measurement o...

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Published in:Journal of hand therapy 2013-04, Vol.26 (2), p.94-103
Main Authors: Muratori, Lisa M., PT, EdD, Lamberg, Eric M., PT, EdD, CPed, Quinn, Lori, PT, EdD, Duff, Susan V., PT, OT, EdD, CHT
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adaptation, Physiological
Brain damage
Brain research
Feedback
Feedback, Physiological
Female
Hand
Humans
Learning
Male
Motor ability
Motor Activity - physiology
Motor control
Motor learning
Motor Skills Disorders - diagnosis
Motor Skills Disorders - rehabilitation
Pain
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Principles
Psychomotor Performance - physiology
Recovery of Function
Rehabilitation
Skills
Upper extremity
Upper Extremity - physiopathology
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Summary:Abstract The purpose of this article is to provide a brief review of the principles of motor control and learning. Different models of motor control from historical to contemporary are presented with emphasis on the Systems model. Concepts of motor learning including skill acquisition, measurement of learning, and methods to promote skill acquisition by examining the many facets of practice scheduling and use of feedback are provided. A fictional client case is introduced and threaded throughout the article to facilitate understanding of these concepts and how they can be applied to clinical practice.
ISSN:0894-1130
1545-004X
DOI:10.1016/j.jht.2012.12.007