Intensive Bimanual Intervention for Children Who Have Undergone Hemispherectomy: A Pilot Study.
| Publication Type | Academic Article |
| Authors | Robert M, Ferre C, Chin K, Brandao M, Carmel J, Araneda R, Bleyenheuft Y, Friel K, Gordon A |
| Journal | Pediatr Phys Ther |
| Volume | 33 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pagination | 120-127 |
| Date Published | 07/01/2021 |
| ISSN | 1538-005X |
| Keywords | Cerebral Palsy, Hemispherectomy |
| Abstract | PURPOSE: To conduct a pilot study to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of an intensive bimanual intervention on upper limb function in children who have undergone hemispherectomy. METHODS: Thirteen children received 90 hours of intensive bimanual training (Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Therapy, HABIT). The Jebsen-Taylor Test of Hand Function (JTTHF), Box and Block Test (BBT), Assisting Hand Assessment (AHA), ABILHAND-Kids, and Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) were assessed by a masked clinician twice before, immediately, and 6 months after treatment. RESULTS: Significant improvements over time were found in the JTTHF, AHA, ABILHAND-Kids, and COPM. CONCLUSION: Completion of HABIT was feasible for children with hemispherectomy. Improvement of bimanual function and functional goals can be related to the nature of the activities prioritized in HABIT training. |
| DOI | 10.1097/PEP.0000000000000804 |
| PubMed ID | 34151886 |