Uploaded July 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Topics in NeuroRehabilitation: Episode 9. Heidi Cheerman PT, DPT, MS, NCS introduces the underlying biological mechanisms and key principles related to neuroplasticity and motor learning. Throughout her talk, Heidi introduces examples of how physical therapists can apply their understanding of neuroplasticity to rehabilitation activities to help stimulate functional neural recovery and motor learning.
To learn more about ReWalk or the Topics in NeuroRehabilitation series, please reach out at rewalk.com/contact
In case you missed the previous episode, click here to watch Topics in Neuro Rehab Ep 08: youtube.com/watch?v=BsnDIjRrtnU
To learn more about Heidi's work and some of the resources she mentioned in her talk, please visit the links below:
MGH Physical Therapy: massgeneral.org/physical-therapy
MGH Institute of Health Professions: https://www.mghihp.edu/academics-schools-departments/department-physical-therapy
Northeastern University Department of Physical Therapy: https://bouve.northeastern.edu/physical-therapy/
Additional Resources:
Positive Psychology: positivepsychology.com/toolkit-exclusive/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwl4v4BRDaARIsAFjATPkv84g3hirc8q20CvN6DBU4xbmHKcGGbmwEY6niDC_D3YQoMLU-9lYaAiBeEALw_wcB
Summit Professional Education: summit-education.com
APTA Neurological SIG: neuropt.org
Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy: journals.lww.com/jnpt/pages/default.aspx
Kleim, Jeffrey A., and Theresa A. Jones. "Principles of experience-dependent neural plasticity: implications for rehabilitation after brain damage." Journal of speech, language, and hearing research (2008). bridgesnky.org/public/2016_Experience-Dependent_Neuroplasticity.pdf
George Hornby, T., et al. "Importance of specificity, amount, and intensity of locomotor training to improve ambulatory function in patients poststroke." Topics in stroke rehabilitation 18.4 (2011): 293-307. researchgate.net/profile/T_George_Hornby2/publication/51634599_Importance_of_Specificity_Amount_and_Intensity_of_Locomotor_Training_to_Improve_Ambulatory_Function_in_Patients_Poststroke/links/572125a108aea92aff8b26fb.pdf
Leech, Kristan A., and T. George Hornby. "High-intensity locomotor exercise increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor in individuals with incomplete spinal cord injury." Journal of neurotrauma 34.6 (2017): 1240-1248. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5359683
Topics in NeuroRehabilitation: Episode 9. Heidi Cheerman PT, DPT, MS, NCS introduces the underlying biological mechanisms and key principles related to neuroplasticity and motor learning. Throughout her talk, Heidi introduces examples of how physical therapists can apply their understanding of neuroplasticity to rehabilitation activities to help stimulate functional neural recovery and motor learning.
To learn more about ReWalk or the Topics in NeuroRehabilitation series, please reach out at rewalk.com/contact
In case you missed the previous episode, click here to watch Topics in Neuro Rehab Ep 08: youtube.com/watch?v=BsnDIjRrtnU
To learn more about Heidi's work and some of the resources she mentioned in her talk, please visit the links below:
MGH Physical Therapy: massgeneral.org/physical-therapy
MGH Institute of Health Professions: https://www.mghihp.edu/academics-schools-departments/department-physical-therapy
Northeastern University Department of Physical Therapy: https://bouve.northeastern.edu/physical-therapy/
Additional Resources:
Positive Psychology: positivepsychology.com/toolkit-exclusive/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwl4v4BRDaARIsAFjATPkv84g3hirc8q20CvN6DBU4xbmHKcGGbmwEY6niDC_D3YQoMLU-9lYaAiBeEALw_wcB
Summit Professional Education: summit-education.com
APTA Neurological SIG: neuropt.org
Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy: journals.lww.com/jnpt/pages/default.aspx
Kleim, Jeffrey A., and Theresa A. Jones. "Principles of experience-dependent neural plasticity: implications for rehabilitation after brain damage." Journal of speech, language, and hearing research (2008). bridgesnky.org/public/2016_Experience-Dependent_Neuroplasticity.pdf
George Hornby, T., et al. "Importance of specificity, amount, and intensity of locomotor training to improve ambulatory function in patients poststroke." Topics in stroke rehabilitation 18.4 (2011): 293-307. researchgate.net/profile/T_George_Hornby2/publication/51634599_Importance_of_Specificity_Amount_and_Intensity_of_Locomotor_Training_to_Improve_Ambulatory_Function_in_Patients_Poststroke/links/572125a108aea92aff8b26fb.pdf
Leech, Kristan A., and T. George Hornby. "High-intensity locomotor exercise increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor in individuals with incomplete spinal cord injury." Journal of neurotrauma 34.6 (2017): 1240-1248. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5359683
