Hanaa M Abd-Elfattah, Dina O Shokri M Galal, Shaima M Abdelmageed, Sobhy M Aly, Fairouz H Ameen, Asmaa O Sayed, Amira M Abd-Elmonem
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Abstract
Background: Cerebral palsy is the most frequent condition affecting the central nervous system and causing large disability.
Objective: To determine the impact of touch screen tablet upon fine motor functions in children with hemiparesis.
Method: This was a randomized controlled trial involving 60 children, ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old, randomized into two groups: intervention or control group (30 children per group). Both groups were given 12 consecutive weeks of designed fine motor tasks. Additionally, for thirty minutes, the intervention group was given a fine motor exercise program on a touch screen tablet. Upper limb function, finger dexterity and pinch strength were measured pre and post the recommended treatment program using the quality of upper extremity skill test (QUEST), Nine-Hole Peg Test and Jamar hydraulic pinch gauge, respectively.
Results: All outcome measures were equivalent between intervention groups at admission (P > 0.05). Significant improvements were found in all assessed variables within the two groups. Meanwhile, the intervention group had significantly higher improvements (P < 0.05) in finger dexterity, pinch strength, and upper limb function when compared with the control groups.
Conclusion: Including a touch screen smart tablet application with a specially designed fine motor program is an effective method that helps children with U-CP perform more effectively with their fine motor skills.
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