Year: 2024 | Month: February | Volume: 14 | Issue: 2 | Pages: 101-105
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240213
Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy for Lower Extremities’ Rehabilitation in Patients with Stroke: A Narrative Review of Literature
Rumana Khatun A. Pathan1, Vivek H. Ramanandi2, Roshni G. Kachhadiya3, Hemanshi N. Vekariya4
1,3,4Post graduate Student, SPB Physiotherapy College, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India.
2Associate Professor, SPB Physiotherapy College, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India.
Corresponding Author: Dr. Vivek H. Ramanandi
ABSTRACT
Background: Learned non-use is a common complication after stroke in patients who neglects the use of the affected limb for longer periods. Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (m-CIMT) is a form of rehabilitation therapy that limits the unaffected side and through repeated and concentrated training improve the function of the paretic side. Use of m-CIMT for lower extremities rehabilitation is relatively less explored avenue. Aim of the present study was to review literature evaluating the effectiveness of m-CIMT for recovery of lower extremities (LE) function in stroke patients.
Methodology: Articles published in English language from 2011 to 2022 were searched from various online databases. Out of total 6 search results, 5 full texts were screened and selected for review based on selection criteria. The review included randomized control trial, pilot study, and experimental study designs.
Result: The review of available literature suggested that m-CIMT is an effective approach for LE rehabilitation in stroke patient. It has showed promising results on outcomes such as gait parameters, balance, ambulation, and symmetry.
Conclusion: Based on this review, it can be concluded that m-CIMT intervention is effective for rehabilitation of paretic LE function in patient with stroke and therefore it may be used in addition to a conventional treatment.
Key words: Balance, gait, lower extremity function, modified constraint induced movement therapy, rehabilitation, stroke.