The effectiveness of constraint-induced therapy as a stroke intervention: a meta-analysis

Occup Ther Health Care. 2006;20(2):31-49. doi: 10.1080/J003v20n02_03.

Abstract

Stroke is one of the most disabling conditions affecting adults today. Much research has been performed on rehabilitation interventions targeting hemiparesis after stroke. Constraint-induced therapy is a treatment technique that focuses on restraining the unaffected upper extremity while forcing use of the affected extremity to promote purposeful movement. This study presents a meta-analysis of applicable current literature on this treatment approach. It is concluded that constraint-induced therapy may be an effective treatment option for hemiparesis experienced after stroke.