by Masahiro Abo (Author), Wataru Kakuda (Author)
"This is a well-written review of select aspects of the use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for rehabilitation of people who are impaired by stroke. ... This book is ideal for professionals who are getting started in research on the use of rTMS for stroke rehabilitation. ... Figures and tables are highlights of the book. Reference lists are strong." (Elliot J. Roth, Doody's Book Reviews, November, 2016)
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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is increasingly being studied and used in stroke rehabilitation. This handbook is the first concise guide for clinicians and researchers working with or learning about rTMS in stroke rehabilitation. It gives you a practical guide to the novel use of rTMS in combination with intensive rehabilitation for the treatment of neurological sequelae of stroke. The application areas included are post-stroke upper limb hemiparesis, lower limb hemiparesis, aphasia and dysphagia.