Impact Institute: Physical Therapy & Performance

What is neuroplasticity? This week Dr. Tamara Hefferon is joined by PT doctoral student Jenny Teslevich and they dive into the importance of neuroplasticity in all facets of physical therapy.  The brain, even when damaged, is extremely adaptable.  The term “use it or lose it” truly exists with neurological disorders, but we should also consider “use it to improve it” when molding the human brain.  Whether you are an “ortho” or “neuro” PT, the brain plays a role in all stages of healing.  Therefore, physical therapy sessions should be specific, repetitive, intense, and rewarding to the patient in order to induce plasticity.