EFFICACY OF BILATERAL ARM TRAINING ON UPPER LIMB MOTOR FUNCTION IN STROKE PATIENTS

Abstract

Background of the study: Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability. Stroke patients experience a significant change in motor function. Perceived loss of hand function has been reported as a major problem in approximately 65% of patients with stroke. Motor dysfunction of upper extremity which indeed affects functional performance of daily life is an outcome of stroke. So restriction of motor function is highly relevant for stroke patients to make them functionally independent. Stroke rehabilitation needs to concentrate on retraining techniques which are simple, affordable and effective. Objectives of the study: The objective of the study is to find the effects of bilateral arm training in the management of upper limb motor function in stroke patients.