Dr. Mike Studer, a seasoned physical therapist and neurologic PT expert, shares his insights on dual tasking in rehabilitation. He sheds light on how combining cognitive and physical tasks can significantly improve recovery outcomes. The conversation explores actionable strategies for implementing dual tasking in sports and orthopaedics, emphasizing its role in managing distractions during therapy. Furthermore, Studer distinguishes dual tasking from multitasking, providing a unique perspective on enhancing rehabilitation practices for stroke survivors and other patients.
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Clear Definition of Dual Tasking
Dual tasking means performing two separate tasks simultaneously, each measurable independently.
Both tasks should not help each other; they must be distinct activities.
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Dual Tasking Entrenches Automatization
Many routine tasks become automatized and stored in procedural memory.
Dual tasking loads attention elsewhere, promoting automatization and better recovery or skill development.
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Avoid Overthinking Motor Skills
Overthinking motor tasks slows performance and raises error risk.
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In this episode we discuss the topic of dual tasking. We explore:
The definition of dual tasking
How we can utilise dual tasking in sports, orthopaedic and return to work with our patients
Dosage & delivery of dual tasking
Dual tasking vs multitasking
Want to learn more about dual tasking? Dr Mike Studer recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Uniting Cognitive and Physical Fitness with Dual Tasking” where he goes into further depth on this topic.
Dr. Mike Studer, a physical therapist since 1991 and board-certified in neurologic PT since 1995, is an internationally recognized expert in rehabilitation, having spoken across all 50 U.S. states, 12 countries, and 4 continents. He teaches at Touro University and the University of Nevada Las Vegas and has been honored as Clinician of the Year by both the Neurologic and Geriatric Academies of the APTA. In 2020, he was named a Catherine Worthingham Fellow, the highest recognition in the field of physical therapy. Dr. Studer holds a trademark and patent pending in dual task rehabilitation, and has published extensively, including over 40 articles and 7 book chapters.
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