Spasticity Management After Upper Motor Neuron Syndrome
Presenter(s)
Parvin Eftekhar, PhD., OT Reg. (Ont.), Affiliate Scientist, KITE | Toronto Rehab | University Health Network
Discuss the possible interventions and options to manage spasticity/contracture after Upper Motor Neuron Syndrome.
Parvin Eftekhar completed their PhD on the impact of BoNTA (i.e. BOTOX) on upper limb function after stroke at the University of Toronto. During their post-doctoral fellowship, Parvin focused on conducting a randomizing controlled trial on aging population and outdoor activities. This study was multi-site at the national level (Toronto, Montreal, Edmonton, and Winnipeg) and focused on the effect of outdoor walking on balance, health and frailty. Currently, Parvin is a member of interdisciplinary teams at the Spasticity Management Clinic and Peripheral Nerve Transfer clinic.