Jonah Matthews sustained a stroke affecting the left side of…
Jonah Matthews sustained a stroke affecting the left side of his body. The PT completed the initial examination and delegated the patient to the PTA. The plan of care includes therapeutic exercise, transfer training and bed mobility. The PT advised the PTA that Mr. Matthews was exhibiting ‘Pusher’s Syndrome’. Which of the following should the PTA expect to see during treatment due to the ‘Pusher’s Syndrome’? (Hint= think about the posture of the patient) 1. Cervical rotation and lateral flexion to the right 2. Cervical rotation and lateral flexion to the left 3. Increased weight bearing on the right 4. Increased weight bearing on the left