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KMID : 0357220090210020009
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Journal of Korean Society Physical Therapy
2009 Volume.21 No. 2 p.9 ~ p.14
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The Effects of Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy on Improvement of Hand Function in Hemiplegic Side
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Ryu On-Tae
Hwang Byoung-Yong
Kim Ji-Hye
Chung Sang-Mi
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study examined the effect of constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) on improving the hand function in hemiplegic side.
Methods: Ten subjects without a control group were given CIMT to the hemiplegic side for 3 weeks. The effects of their hand function and sensibility were examined using a MAL and two point discrimination test. Repeated ANOVA was carried out for an analysis of the effects of the application of CIMT before and after treatment.
Results: The participants showed significant improvement in their functional aspect with CIMT while there were no significant changes in the time domain variables. There was significant improvement in the quantitative and qualitative aspect of MAL, as well as significant improvement in the two-point discrimination function in all fingers.
Conclusion: CIMT can enhance the motor function and sensory function of the hand in hemiplegic patients.
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KEYWORD
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Constraint-induced movement therapy, Hand function, Learned nonuse
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