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The purpose of the research was to develop a hydro-rehabilitation technology aimed at restoring impaired functions of the musculoskeletal system and teaching movement skills and maintaining vertical body posture, in combination with means of correcting muscle tone, and to scientifically substantiate the feasibility of its inclusion in the rehabilitation process for individuals who have suffered brain injuries and diseases.
Methods and organization of the research. The study was conducted at the medical center with individuals aged 50 to 70 years who had suffered brain injuries and diseases. Theoretical and empirical research methods were used. Developed algorithms are described, with an emphasis on Algorithm No. 2 – restoring the functions of the musculoskeletal system for conducting hydro-rehabilitation sessions in a hospital setting with individuals who have suffered brain injuries and diseases. To identify the necessary criteria considered during the development, a survey method was used among specialists working with the studied population.
Research results and their discussion. To conduct effective hydro-rehabilitation sessions, a technology based on two algorithms was developed. The foundation for these algorithms was not only a study of clinical guidelines and scientific literature, but also the identification of current difficulties faced by specialists at the present time. The obtained results were key to successfully selecting the necessary means to promote the effective restoration of musculoskeletal functions and cognitive impairments in individuals who have suffered ischemic stroke and traumatic brain injury.
Conclusion. To confirm the need for the development and implementation of specific algorithms in the recovery process, a survey of specialists was conducted. The results revealed difficulties in organizing the hydro-rehabilitation process with the severe patient population selected for our study.
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