Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) : Current Perspectives and Future Directions
Joint Authors
Reiss, Aimee P.
Hammel, Elizabeth A.
Wolf, Steven L.
Williams, Erin A.
McLeod, Erin L.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-8, 8 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-04-17
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
8
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) has gained considerable popularity as a treatment technique for upper extremity rehabilitation among patients with mild-to-moderate stroke.
While substantial evidence has emerged to support its applicability, issues remain unanswered regarding the best and most practical approach.
Following the establishment of what can be called the “signature” CIMT approach characterized by intense clinic/laboratory-based practice, several distributed forms of training, collectively known as modified constraint therapy (mCIMT), have emerged.
There is a need to examine the strengths and limitations of such approaches, and based upon such information, develop the components of a study that would compare the signature approach to the best elements of mCIMT, referred to here as “alternative” CIMT.
Based upon a PEDro review of literature, limitations in mCIMT studies for meeting criteria were identified and discussed.
A suggestion for a “first effort” at a comparative study that would both address such limitations while taking practical considerations into account is provided.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Reiss, Aimee P.& Wolf, Steven L.& Hammel, Elizabeth A.& McLeod, Erin L.& Williams, Erin A.. 2012. Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) : Current Perspectives and Future Directions. Stroke Research and Treatment،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-8.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Reiss, Aimee P.…[et al.]. Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) : Current Perspectives and Future Directions. Stroke Research and Treatment No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-8.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Reiss, Aimee P.& Wolf, Steven L.& Hammel, Elizabeth A.& McLeod, Erin L.& Williams, Erin A.. Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) : Current Perspectives and Future Directions. Stroke Research and Treatment. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-450561
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-450561