Scott Thompson
Thursday, August 20th, 2020
Electrical StimulationFoot DropSaebo MyoTrac InfinitiSaeboStepSaeboStim MicroSaeboStim OneSaeboStim Pro
Foot drop, also known as dropped foot or drop foot, is the inability to raise the front part of the foot up toward the shin. This happens due to weakness or paralysis of the muscles that lift the foot (National Institute of Neurological Disorders).
Patients who suffer from foot drop often scuff their toes along the ground; they may also bend their knees to lift their foot higher than usual or swing their leg out to the side to avoid hitting their toes on the ground.
Henry Hoffman
Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Electrical StimulationSaebo MyoTrac InfinitiSaeboStim MicroSaeboStim OneSaeboStim ProSpasticity
In simple terms, electrical stimulation is the sending of electrical impulses to generate a muscle contraction. This is usually done via surface electrodes stuck to the skin over the target area. The muscle contraction may be very small to help with pain or sensation, or it may be large enough to produce a visible movement at a joint.
Following a stroke or other neurological injury, you may be left with muscle weakness or complete loss of movement (sometimes called hemiplegia). You may also experience a sudden inability to perform everyday tasks, sensory loss, pain, or a combination of these symptoms.
Scott Thompson
Tuesday, April 14th, 2020
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Are you interested in combining other evidence-based products with your SaeboStretch? If you have already purchased the SaeboStretch, or are thinking about purchasing it, this video will help explain why many of our Saebo Family members are boosting their hand recovery by combining the SaeboStretch and SaeboStim Micro.
Scott Thompson
Thursday, April 2nd, 2020
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Check out the video below to learn more about this popular sensory electrical stimulation device. In this video, Saebo’s Director of Clinical Services, Dr. Scott Thompson addresses some of the most frequently asked questions from our clients, including:
Why is my hand not moving when I put on the device?
When can I expect results?
Why can’t I feel the SaeboStim Micro at its highest setting?
Can I combine the SaeboStim Micro and the SaeboStretch?
Scott Thompson
Tuesday, March 24th, 2020
Hello everyone. I’m Scott Thompson, a doctor of occupational therapy and Saebo’s Director of Clinical Services.
Today I’m going to talk to you about the SaeboGlove and some of the commonly asked questions we receive.
Scott Thompson
Thursday, March 19th, 2020
We at Saebo would like to update you on how we are responding to COVID-19, also known as coronavirus. As we search for new and helpful ways to support our community during these challenging and unprecedented times, we are asking every employee, patient, and healthcare professional one simple question: how can we support you?
Henry Hoffman
Monday, October 7th, 2019
Looking to replace the adjustable lace on your SaeboStep? Watch this video for step-by-step instructions!
Henry Hoffman
Thursday, July 18th, 2019
Recovering from a stroke takes hard work, dedication and…imagination? While it might seem like a far-fetched statement, using only the mind to reclaim movement can be a reality for many stroke survivors.
Henry Hoffman
Sunday, May 5th, 2019
Surviving a stroke is a debilitating and frightening experience, and survivors are often affected for an extended period of time after suffering a stroke event. During their stroke recovery period, among other complications and conditions, many survivors can experience spasticity and contractures in the hand. Spasticity and contractures can cause a painful and, sometimes, permanently clenched hand. This post will describe the conditions of spasticity and contractures, answering many of the frequently asked questions on how to treat these conditions with the use of orthotics and splinting. So what is spasticity? Let’s take a look…
Henry Hoffman
Thursday, May 2nd, 2019
Spasticity is a common symptom or after-effect of a host of medical conditions and injuries, affecting millions of individuals around the globe. This neuromuscular condition is characterized by motor impairments and weakness, and managing it can be trying for both patients and their loved ones. Every instance of spasticity is unique, and effective rehabilitation will require a personalized approach utilizing the latest evidence-based techniques. Fortunately, patients can decrease spasticity related stiffness, improve fine motor skills, and reduce the frequency of severe muscle spasms with the right strategy and assistive devices, like the state-of-the-art spasticity orthotics offered by Saebo.
