Effect of Mirror Therapy and Task Oriented Training for Persons With Paretic Upper Extremity

Stroke Clinical Trial

Official title:

Effect of Mirror Therapy and Repetitive Task Training on Upper Extremity Function for Persons With Subacute Stroke

Clinical Trial Details — Status: Completed

Administrative data

• NCT number: NCT02917343
• Other study ID #: 2614
• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• First received: September 26, 2016
• Last updated: September 26, 2016
• Start date: October 2014
• Est. completion date: April 2015

Study information

• Verified date: September 2016
• Source: Quinnipiac University
• Contact: n/a
• Is FDA regulated: No
• Health authority: United States: Institutional Review Board
• Study type: Interventional

Clinical Trial Summary

The purpose of the study is to determine the effect of a combined mirror therapy and task oriented/repetitive task training on upper extremity function of persons with hemiplegia due to cerebrovascular accident or stroke.

Description:

This case series was designed to to determine the effect of a mirror therapy and repetitive task training program on the weak arm and hand functioning due to the consequences of stroke. Mirror therapy is a type of therapy mirror reflection of the stronger arm and hand helps to promote reorganization of neurons. Studies have shown that mirror therapy is an effective adjunct to regular exercise and task-oriented therapy.

To qualify for this study, participants must meet the following criteria: 1) age 21 years or more; 2) first-time stroke with onset of at least 3 months; 3) slight movement of the weaker arm or /and hand; 3) stable physical and mental health; and 4) mentally capable and competent to make health care-related decisions and carry out a home program.

Participants were required to come to Quinnipiac University - North Haven campus to undergo mirror therapy training, in 45-60 minute sessions, twice a week for one month. They were also required to complete pre-testing before and post-testing after the mirror therapy program. In addition, they were required to carry-out a home program that includes the use of a mirror box and self-selected tasks. The home program required them to exercise and practice the use of their more affected arm and hand for at least 1-2 hours a day.

Participation was strictly voluntary. Participants were informed of the minimal risks involved as well as their options to continue or withdraw from the study upon initial consent. The study did not yield physical or mental harm to the participants.

Recruitment information / eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Enrollment: 4
• Est. completion date: April 2015
• Est. primary completion date: April 2015
• Accepts healthy volunteers: No
• Gender: Both
• Age group: 21 Years and older

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

• able to give consent, complete home program

• minimal arm and hand use with the paretic limb

• onset of stroke of at least 3 months

Exclusion Criteria:

• >1 stroke episode

• significant cognitive and visual perceptual deficit

• lack of social support

Study Design

Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Treatment

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Cerebrovascular Accident
• Stroke

Intervention

Behavioral:
• mirror therapy and repetitive task training

Locations

Country	Name	City	State
n/a

Sponsors (1)

Lead Sponsor	Collaborator
Quinnipiac University

Outcome

Type	Measure	Description	Time frame	Safety issue
Primary	Change in Patient Specific Functional Scale	Patient Specific Functional Scale is a measure that involves self-rating of self-selected functional tasks	Change from baseline at 2 months	No
Primary	Change in Fugl Myer Motor Assessment	Fugl-Meyer Motor Assessment is a clinical performance test of motor ability of the upper extremity	Change from baseline at 2 months	No
Secondary	Change in Motor Activity Log	The Motor Activity Log is a self-reported measure that captures the amount of arm and hand use and perception of movement quality of the impaired upper limb	Change from baseline at 2 months	No