Peter G. Levine
Peter G. Levine is a notable figure in the field of stroke rehabilitation and recovery. He is best known for his work on Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CI Therapy), a groundbreaking approach to stroke recovery.
Pronunciation
Peter G. Levine: /ˈpiːtər/ /dʒiː/ /lɪˈviːn/
Etymology
The name Peter is of Greek origin, derived from the word Petros meaning rock. Levine is a common Jewish surname of Hebrew origin, derived from Levi which means attached or joined.
Career
Peter G. Levine has dedicated his career to the study and application of stroke recovery techniques. He worked closely with Edward Taub, a behavioral neuroscientist, and together they developed CI Therapy. This therapy is based on the concept of neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life.
Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy
CI Therapy is a form of rehabilitation therapy that improves upper extremity function in stroke survivors. It involves restricting the use of the unaffected limb, forcing the patient to use the affected limb for daily activities. This therapy has been proven to be effective in improving motor function and promoting cortical reorganization in stroke patients.
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References
- Taub, E., Uswatte, G., & Pidikiti, R. (1999). Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy: a new family of techniques with broad application to physical rehabilitation--a clinical review. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, 36(3), 237.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Peter G. Levine
- Wikipedia's article - Peter G. Levine
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