PhD Student – University Health Network, Toronto, ON

Brief description of research:
Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability in Canada and around the world. Stroke survivors experience challenges with motor (movement), sensation, thinking and memory(cognition) that affect activities performed in everyday life. The ability to move, touch and think at the same time allows us to perform activities. To improve upper limb recovery after stroke, it is essential for rehabilitation interventions to maximize interactions between the movement, touch and movement sensations and cognitive-motor functions to drive changes in the brain known as neuroplasticity and optimize the recovery of brain processes after stroke. The Bayley lab is proposing a study targeting movements, sensations and cognition to improve upper limb recovery after stroke.

Qualifications required:
The applicant will need to have a background in either occupational therapy or physiotherapy with expertise in neurological rehabilitation. Experience in stroke rehabilitation is an asset.

Contact email
urvashy.gopaul@uhn.ca
mark.bayley@uhn.ca

Useful links:
https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab
https://rsi.utoronto.ca/about-rsi
https://kite-uhn.com/
https://www.uhnresearch.ca/researcher/mark-bayley