Approaches to senior care #3. Orthopaedic management of the stroke patient. Part II: Treating deformities of the upper and lower extremities.

Cerebrovascular accidents are among the most serious medical problems in the United States. In Part I of this report, the pathophysiology, types of impairment, and evaluation of the stroke patient were discussed. In this report, Part II, the management of extremity deformities will be reviewed.