A study to compare task-based mirror therapy versus constraint induced movement therapy for hand function in hemiplegic subjects

Abstract

Introduction and Aim: To find the effectiveness of task-based mirror therapy when compared with constraint-induced movement therapy for hand function in hemiplegic subjects. Stroke is a major health problem in the world. According to various researches, 70%-80% of the patients have the upper extremity impairment then lower extremity. Task-based mirror therapy can be an effective management for premotor cortex impairment. Constraint-induced movement therapy forms the new neural pathway when used properly. Materials and Methods: 30 patients with subacute CVA (cerebrovascular attack) were enrolled and randomly divided into two groups: constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) and task-based mirror therapy (TMBT). The full-Meyer motor function assessment was evaluated 4 weeks after treatment. Results: The results showed that mean value of TMBT (pre-test – 5.733, post-test-9.86) and SD of (pre-test-1.67, post-test-1.92) and in CIMT (pre-test-6.3, post-test-11.13) and SD (Pre-test-1.45, Post-test-1.36). Conclusion: This study shows that CIMT group showed more improvement than TMBT group.