Background: H.Z., a 72-year-old female, experienced right-sided weakness and aphasia after an ischemic stroke, impacting her daily independence.
Intervention: Stimel-03 therapy was initiated within eight weeks post-stroke, focusing on fine motor skills and communication abilities.
Treatment Protocol:
- Duration: 22 weeks
- Frequency: 3 sessions per week
- Session Length: 30 minutes
- Settings: Tailored for fine motor control and speech facilitation through targeted stimulation.
Progress Assessment: H.Z.’s motor skills improvements were documented using the Nine-Hole Peg Test to measure dexterity and the Stroke Impact Scale to evaluate overall stroke recovery across multiple domains.
Clinical Observations:
- Therapy included exercises to improve hand dexterity, grip strength, and speech articulation.
- The Nine-Hole Peg Test and Stroke Impact Scale were used to measure dexterity and overall stroke recovery.
Patient Feedback: H.Z. noted improvements in daily functional abilities, particularly in dressing, writing, and using utensils, which significantly enhanced her quality of life.
Outcomes:
- H.Z. showed substantial improvements in manual dexterity and communication skills, significantly enhancing her daily functional abilities and quality of life.
Discussion: H.Z.’s case study showcases the transformative potential of Stimel-03 in comprehensive stroke rehabilitation, particularly for restoring fine motor skills and enhancing communication abilities, thus improving overall patient independence and satisfaction with life post-stroke.