A Guide to Electrical Stimulation Therapy for Stroke Patients

Henry Hoffman
Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Last modified on May 15th, 2023


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.

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Combining Your Resting Hand Splint with E-Stim to Improve Hand Function After Stroke

Henry Hoffman
Tuesday, April 14th, 2020
Last modified on November 2nd, 2022


Are you interested in combining other evidence-based products with your SaeboStretch?  If you have already purchased the SaeboStretch resting hand splint, 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, an electrical stimulation machine, to improve hand and arm recovery.

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SaeboStim Micro Commonly Asked Questions [VIDEO]

Henry Hoffman
Thursday, April 2nd, 2020
Last modified on September 6th, 2022


SaeboStim Micro

Questions about the SaeboStim Micro?

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?

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SaeboGlove Commonly Asked Questions

Henry Hoffman
Tuesday, March 24th, 2020
Last modified on May 16th, 2023


Open hand wearing SaeboGlove for stroke rehabilitation

Learn more about the SaeboGlove, the glove made for stroke survivors. This cutting-edge glove can be an essential part of rehab and recovery.
This video covers some of the most commonly asked questions we receive about the SaeboGlove.

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Our Response to COVID-19: How can Saebo Support You?

Henry Hoffman
Thursday, March 19th, 2020
Last modified on May 11th, 2022


An Important Message from Saebo

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?

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How to Replace the Lace on your SaeboStep (Gen 1) Brace

Henry Hoffman
Monday, October 7th, 2019
Last modified on May 15th, 2023


Looking to replace the adjustable lace on your SaeboStep? These instructions are for our SaeboStep (Gen 1) model. Watch the video below for step-by-step instructions!

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Mental Practice for Stroke Recovery: Using the Mind to Reclaim Movement

Henry Hoffman
Thursday, July 18th, 2019
Last modified on May 16th, 2023


Mental Practice Exercises for Stroke Recovery

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.

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Hand Splints and Contracture: What You Need to Know

Henry Hoffman
Sunday, May 5th, 2019
Last modified on May 25th, 2023


Closed fist with bare arm and Hand Splints and Contracture: What You Need to Know text.

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…

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Traumatic Brain Injury Spasticity Treatment, Symptoms, and Recovery

Henry Hoffman
Thursday, May 2nd, 2019
Last modified on September 6th, 2022


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Spasticity is a common symptom or after-effect of a host of medical conditions including traumatic brain injuries, that affects 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, there are several spasticity treatments patients can try to help overcome the symptoms associated with this condition. 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.

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What Is Drop Foot? Foot Drop Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Henry Hoffman
Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
Last modified on May 25th, 2023


Foot drop affects millions of individuals around the globe, limiting their mobility and leading to a lower overall quality of life. Motor impairments like foot drop can be frustrating and, at times, exhausting, and those suffering from foot drop are at an increased risk of injury as a result of slips and falls. However, living with foot drop doesn’t have to be a burden, thanks to the many effective therapies now available to improve gait and increase stability. These treatments range from physical therapy exercises, to electrical stimulation for peroneal nerve foot drop, to the latest lightweight assistive foot drop devices, such as the SaeboStep. In this post, we will discuss foot drop causes, recovery, and treatment options. Let’s take a look…

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