Chennyfer Dobbins Abi Rached
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Chennyfer Dobbins Abi Rached is a dedicated researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on stroke recovery and the assessment of upper limb function. Her work critically examines the application of standardized clinical tools, such as the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) and the Wolf Motor Function Test (WMFT), to measure motor recovery in chronic stroke patients. In her most cited paper—a literature review from 2013—she synthesized evidence on how these instruments capture improvements in hemiparetic upper limb use, addressing a key challenge where 45-75% of chronic stroke survivors struggle with daily living activities. This contribution has garnered 5 citations, reflecting its relevance to clinicians and researchers seeking reliable outcome measures. Abi Rached’s research bridges the gap between assessment and practical rehabilitation, emphasizing the importance of functional scales in diagnosing, prognosing, and evaluating treatment responses. Her work supports evidence-based practice, helping to refine therapeutic strategies for upper limb recovery. For students and researchers in physical therapy or neuroscience, her insights offer a foundational understanding of how standardized assessments can guide patient-centered care in post-stroke rehabilitation.
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