Effect of mirror therapy associated with functional tasks in arm function after stroke

Phase 2

Recruiting

• Conditions: A01.378.800; Individuals with hemiparesis after stroke with mildly or moderately Motor impairment of upper limb (Fugl-Meyer Arm > 30/66).; C10.597.636; E02.779.483

• Registration Number: RBR-83mmq5
• Lead Sponsor: niversidade do Estado de Santa Catarina

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2011-07-07
• Last Update Posted: 29 May 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: recruiting
• Sex: Not specified
• Target Recruitment: Not specified

Inclusion Criteria

This will include individuals who suffered Stroke proven by CT scan or MRI for at least 6 months (chronic phase). Those with motor recovery level > 30 (mild or moderate impairment) in the upper extremity section of the Fugl-Meyer motor assessment, scores on the modified Ashworth scale 2 or less for muscle groups evaluated (horizontal shoulder adductors, elbow flexors and wrist and finger flexors) and those able accomplish a task of handling rough (reach and grab a cylindrical object).

Exclusion Criteria

Will be excluded individuals with other neurological diseases, orthopedic problems in the upper limbs that interfere with the function of these, significant visual impairment not correctable, aphasia or difficulty to understanding simple tasks (eg reach and grasp a bottle); visual hemineglect verified through the Bells Test; members of other research or therapy involving the upper limbs.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Intervention
• Study Design: Not specified