The Effects of Bilateral Activities of the Upper Extremities on Stroke Patients’ Daily Living Activities

Abstract

[Purpose] This study examined the effects of bilateral upper extremity activities on the daily living abilities of chronic stroke patients. [Subjects and Method] A total of 26 study subjects were selected and were randomly divided into an experimental group of 13 subjects, who received an intervention consisting of bilateral upper extremity activities and nervous system rehabilitation, and a control group of 13 subjects, who received an intervention consisting of nervous system rehabilitation only. [Results] The experimental group showed statistically significant changes in all items. Among FIM items, Self-care, Social Cognition, and Total Score showed significant differences between the groups. [Conclusion] Bilateral upper extremity activities performed by the experimental group are considered to have improved daily living activities.