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| Titel: |
Mental practice improves hand function after hemiparetic stroke |
| Auteur: |
Müller, Katharina Bütefisch, C.M. Seitz, Rüdiger J. Hömberg, Volker |
| Verschenen in: |
Restorative neurology and neuroscience |
| Paginering: | Jaargang 25 (2008) nr. 5-6 pagina's 501-511 |
| Jaar: |
2008-03-04 |
| Inhoud: |
Purpose: In a multiple baseline design, we tested the hypothesis that imagery of finger movements is a specific strategy to improve hand function. Methods: The effect of mental training of sequential finger movements (n=6) on hand function was compared to the repetitive execution of the same movements (n=6) and conventional physical therapy (n=5) in 17 patients after their first hemiparetic stroke. The behavioral outcome measures consisted of peak force of the pinch grip using a force transducer and manipulation functions of the upper extremity (Jebsen-test). In addition, activities of daily living (Barthel Index) were aquired to describe the population. Results: Mental training resulted in an increase in the peak force of the pinch grip and generalized in a better functionality of the upper extremity (Jebsen-test). This effect was similar to the repetitive execution of the movements and superior to conventional physiotherapy. Conclusions: Our results suggest that the control of finger movements benefits from mental training of sequential finger movements and, thus, may be employed as a strategy in post-stroke rehabilitation. |
| Uitgever: |
IOS Press |
| Bronbestand: |
Elektronische Wetenschappelijke Tijdschriften |
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