Upper Extremity Control: Constraint-Induced Movement & Mirror Therapy

Course overview

In this course, Dr. Montgomery contrasts different theoretical frameworks for motor control and reviews research on upper extremity control in children with cerebral palsy. Key elements of constraint-induced Movement therapy (CIMT) for children with hemiparesis are described. Proposed mechanisms for cortical reorganization are reviewed and clinical activities and applications are provided. A summary of mirror therapy and potential use with children with hemiparesis also is included.