Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)


Learning outcomes

On completion of this module you will have increased understanding of:

  • Abnormal tone following stroke.
  • Signs which may predict who will have tone changes and factors which may aggravate abnormal tone.
  • How to identify tone changes.
  • How to manage abnormal tone including knowledge of physical and pharmacological interventions.
  • How individuals can self manage to prevent symptoms or further complications.
  • When to refer to specialist spasticity services.

Page last reviewed: 01 May 2020