Effectiveness of Mirror Therapy for Subacute Stroke in Relation to Chosen Factors. Issue 4 (18th April 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Radajewska, Alina; Opara, Józef; Biliński, Grzegorz; Kaczorowska, Antonina; Nawrat‐Szołtysik, Agnieszka; Kucińska, Aleksandra; Lepsy, Ewelina
• Is Part Of: Rehabilitation nursing. Volume 42:Issue 4(2017)
• Publication Date: 2016-04-18
• Subjects: Stroke -- older adults -- mobility; Rehabilitation nursing -- Periodicals; Nursing -- Periodicals; Rehabilitation -- Periodicals; Soins infirmiers en réadaptation -- Périodiques; 610.73
• DOI: 10.1002/rnj.275
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0278-4807

Abstract

Abstract: Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of mirror therapy (MT) combined with comprehensive treatment, and to investigate the possible relationships of functional state. Design: Prospective, controlled trial on 60 stroke inpatients. Methods: The Functional Index "Repty" (FIR) was an outcome measure to assess changes of independence in daily activities. The Frenchay Arm Test (FAT) and Motor Status Score were outcome measures to assess changes in hand function. Findings: The analysis of pre‐ and posttest data indicated a significant improvement in hand function (ΔFAT in the Mirror group p = .035, N = 30). Age factor indicated a significant change in relation to FIR outcome (ΔFIR in the Mirror group p = .005, N = 30 and, ΔFIR in the Mirror group (left hand paresis) p = .037, N = 15). Conclusions: Additional MT influenced improvement in hand function. The age is significant in terms of functional state. The older adults are likely to benefit from MT. Clinical Relevance: A positive impact of combining MT with other treatment was indicated.