Novel Treatment For Pusher Syndrome Using Physical Therapy

The purpose of this study is to see if a specific physical therapy intervention speeds recovery from stroke-related "pusher syndrome."

Inclusion Criteria:

• Recent (within 2 months) unilateral stroke
• Burke Lateropulsion Scale ≥ 2
• Age 21 to 89 years
• Ability to provide informed consent
• English-speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• Prior stroke within the past 6 months
• Cerebellar stroke
• Stroke-related brain imaging (MRI or CT) unavailable
• Global or receptive aphasia
• Prior documented neurologic disorder (e.g., multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's)