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Effect of Upper Extremity Constraints on Functional and Dynamic Postural Control in Children With Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy Publisher Pubmed



Roostaei M1 ; Raji P1 ; Kalantari KK2 ; Faghihzadeh E3 ; Fragalapinkham M4
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Source: Developmental Neurorehabilitation Published:2022


Abstract

Purpose: To compare the effects of upper extremity constraints on functional and dynamic postural control in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Materials and Methods: Twelve children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy and 12 typically developing children ages 5 to 12 years (GMFCS I–II) were evaluated with the Timed Up and Go (TUG) and Biodex Balance System during three upper extremity (UE) conditions: 1) Free UEs (no constraints), 2) Simple UE constraint (unaffected/dominant UE constrained with a sling), and 3) Difficult UE constraint (Simple constraint plus the other UE holding cup of water). Results: The UE condition had significant effects on Overall Stability Index (OSI) (F(2,44) = 24.899, p < .001), Medial-Lateral Stability Index (MLSI) (F(2,44) = 4.380, p = .018), Anterior-Posterior Stability Index (F(2,44) = 6.187, p = .004), and TUG scores (F(2,44) = 113.372, p < .001). Group was significant for OSI (F(1,22) = 7.906, p = .010), MLSI (F(1,22) = 13.113, p = .002), and TUG (F(1,22) = 36.282, p < .001). Conclusions: The upper extremity appears to have a role in maintaining functional balance and postural stability in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy and should be considered during intervention programs. © 2022 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
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