constraint-induced movement therapy

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:psychotherapy
rehabilitation technique
gptkbp:alternativeName gptkb:CIMT
CI therapy
gptkbp:appliesTo upper limb
lower limb
gptkbp:basedOn principles of neuroplasticity
gptkbp:contraindication severe cognitive impairment
severe spasticity
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Edward_Taub
gptkbp:duration 2-3 weeks
gptkbp:effect supported by clinical trials
gptkbp:firstDescribed 1990s
gptkbp:goal increase use of affected limb
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label constraint-induced movement therapy
gptkbp:involves intensive use of affected limb
restraining unaffected limb
gptkbp:sideEffect fatigue
frustration
gptkbp:targetAudience patients with traumatic brain injury
patients with cerebral palsy
stroke survivors
gptkbp:usedFor stroke rehabilitation
improving motor function
treating hemiparesis
gptkbp:usedIn occupational therapy
physical therapy
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Edward_Taub
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7