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Alternate Delivery of a Group Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy Program
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- Author / Creator
- Henderson, Cherie
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Background: This study evaluated the efficacy of a modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT) program delivered in a group format. Objectives: To determine if: 1) group mCIMT participants would show statistically significant and clinically important improvements; and 2) the effect size of a group mCIMT would be similar to those reported for individual mCIMT. Methods: Fifteen participants attended a group mCIMT program consisting of three participants supervised by two staff. Results: Participants achieved statistical and clinically significant improvements in motor recovery (Wolf Motor Function Test), functional use (Motor Activity Log) and participation (Canadian Occupational Performance Measure). These improvements were maintained over three months. The effect of group mCIMT was comparable to individualized mCIMT programs with similar protocols. Conclusion: Group delivery of mCIMT produces meaningful results similar in effect to individualized mCIMT and therefore is potentially an effective way of extending availability of this program without placing overwhelming demands on health care resources.
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- Graduation date
- Fall 2011
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- Type of Item
- Thesis
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- Degree
- Master of Science
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- License
- This thesis is made available by the University of Alberta Libraries with permission of the copyright owner solely for non-commercial purposes. This thesis, or any portion thereof, may not otherwise be copied or reproduced without the written consent of the copyright owner, except to the extent permitted by Canadian copyright law.