Post stroke spasticity as a condition: a new perspective on patient's evaluation.

Background: Post stroke spasticity (PSS) is a relevant problem for its clinical and economic impact. In literature there is paucity of studies able to identify its correlation with disability, but different - tional improvements. A possible explanation can be that PSS is not - tions of the patient, perhaps affecting body ownership. In this case, its impact might be better highlighted by patient-reported outcome measures. We propose a patient-centered approach for evaluation of upper limb (UL) in PSS, in order to evaluate a potential correlation between objective and subjective measures and sensations. Material and Methods: We screened patients with with UL PSS - - tions related to the perception of the condition of spastic upper - per limb.We analyzed patient’s data with the principal component analysis (PCA) to obtain different classes using 2 principal com- differences in the groups. A p value of 0.05 was chosen. Results: hemiparesis (LH) n=75]. The algorithm provided 3 different class- - intermediate rigidity level, but a major ability in functional tasks. groups. Conclusion: In our sample, patients with PSS described different sensations related to the perception of the spastic upper research are needed to highlight the correlation between PSS, subjective unpleasant sensations of body perception and functional ability