What is the rationale for combining pharmacologic therapy with therapy and activity-based interventions in spasticity management?

What is the rationale for combining pharmacologic therapy with therapy and activity-based interventions in spasticity management?

• A. Medications lower tone to enable participation in therapy; therapy then drives motor learning, strength balance, and functional improvements.
• B. Therapy alone is sufficient; medications do not affect tone.
• C. Medications permanently reduce tone with no need for rehab.
• D. Pharmacologic therapy only increases strength but doesn't affect tone.

Answer: (A)