Mirror Therapy Versus Task Oriented Training on Hand Function in Children With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy

Launched by BENI-SUEF UNIVERSITY · Oct 8, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to find out which method is better for improving hand function in children with unilateral cerebral palsy: mirror therapy or task-oriented training. Mirror therapy involves using a mirror to create the illusion that the affected hand is moving normally, while task-oriented training focuses on practicing specific tasks with the hands. The goal is to see which approach helps kids use their hands more effectively.

To join the study, children must be between 5 and 8 years old and have some muscle tightness in their wrists, but still be able to use their hands without constant help. They should also be able to sit independently and understand simple instructions. However, children with serious arm deformities, visual or hearing problems, or certain previous treatments will not be eligible. It's important to know that this trial is not yet recruiting participants, so families interested in this option will need to wait for updates.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Children ages will be ranged from 5 to 8 years old.
• • 2. Wrist flexor spasticity ranged from grade 1 to 1+ according to Modified Aswarth scale.
• • 3. Capacity to handle objects without continuous assistance (level I or II in accordance with the Manual Ability Classification System).
• • 4. Ability to sit alone.
• • 5. Sufficient cognition to follow simple verbal instructions.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Fixed contracture or deformities in the upper limb.
• • 2. Visual or auditory defects.
• • 3. Botulinuim toxin injection in the last 6 months before the study.
• • 4. Previous surgical intervention in the upper limb.