Abstract
Previous research indicates that poor finger mobility one month after stroke onset may indicate poor upper-extremity function. Current treatment consisted of robotic therapy for severe upper-extremity paresis related to inactive finger extension one month after stroke onset. After improving upper extremity function, we used the brief version of transfer package of the constraint-induced movement therapy to transfer functional gain in training into real-world use. Consequently, upper-extremity and real-world functions improved. Thus, combination therapy incorporating robotic therapy might be an effective treatment for stroke patients with severe upper-extremity paresis.
