Functional Outcome of Mirror Therapy Versus Task Oriented Training on Hand Function in Children With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Unilateral Cerebral Palsy
- Sponsor
- Beni-Suef University
- Enrollment
- 60
- Primary Endpoint
- Grip Strength
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Last Updated
- 2 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The purpose of the study is to compare the effect between mirror therapy and task-oriented training on hand function in children with unilateral cerebral palsy.
Detailed Description
Dysfunction in the upper limbs and hand function is one of the most common symptoms in children with cerebral palsy (CP), particularly children with unilateral CP which intern has the potential to limit the involvement of these children in life activities and cause distress and suffering for both children and their parents. Different rehabilitation intervention procedures addressing upper extremity dysfunction are essential to promote better use of disabled arms and hands in daily activities and achieving functional independence at home, in school and in the community. However, there is little evidence directed toward which intervention procedure is more effective on hand function therefore, there is need to compare between the functional outcome of mirror therapy versus task-oriented training on hand function in children with unilateral cerebral palsy.
Investigators
Eman Wagdy
Lecturer
Beni-Suef University
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Children ages will be ranged from 5 to 8 years old.
- •Wrist flexor spasticity ranged from grade 1 to 1+ according to Modified Aswarth scale.
- •Capacity to handle objects without continuous assistance (level I or II in accordance with the Manual Ability Classification System).
- •Ability to sit alone.
- •Sufficient cognition to follow simple verbal instructions.
Exclusion Criteria
- •Fixed contracture or deformities in the upper limb.
- •Visual or auditory defects.
- •Botulinuim toxin injection in the last 6 months before the study.
- •Previous surgical intervention in the upper limb.
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Grip Strength
Time Frame: Up to 12 weeks
Hand-held dynamometer will be used to measure hand grip strength. It is a valid and reliable device used to measure isometric grip strength.
Secondary Outcomes
- Range of Motion(Up to 12 weeks)
- Upper Extremity Skills(Up to 12 weeks)
- Hand Dexetrity(Up to 12 weeks)