Year: 2024 | Month: May | Volume: 14 | Issue: 5 | Pages: 197-202
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240523
Use of Robotic Assisted Mirror Therapy for Hand Rehabilitation in Post-stroke Patients: A Narrative Review of Literature
Hemanshi N. Vekariya1, Vivek H. Ramanandi2, Rumana Khatun A. Pathan3, Roshni G. Kachhadiya4
1,3,4Post graduate Student, SPB Physiotherapy College, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India.
2Associate Professor, SPB Physiotherapy College, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India.
Corresponding Author: Dr. Vivek H. Ramanandi
ABSTRACT
Background: Recovery of hand function is very important for the independence of patients with stroke. Standard mirror therapy is a well-established therapy regime for severe arm paresis after acquired brain injury. Soft robotic glove along with mirror therapy (i.e., robotic assisted mirror therapy) have been employed recently to assist the recovery of hand function during activities of daily living (ADLs) in stroke patients. This study aims to review available literature related to use of robotic assisted mirror therapy for hand rehabilitation in post stroke patients.
Methodology: Full texts of scientific literature published in English language between 2011 to 2022 were searched on various online databases. Total 3 publications related to use of robotic assisted mirror therapy for hand rehabilitation were found. Based upon the selection criteria, 2 full texts were included for review. Randomized control trials (RCTs), pre-test/post-test, pilot & non-RCTs were included.
Result: Both articles reported that combining effect of mirror therapy with robotic glove therapy was more beneficial when compared to the conventional mirror therapy alone to improve glove functions.
Conclusion: It can be concluded that clinically combination of mirror therapy with robotic glove will be promoted for better outcomes related to hand rehabilitation in post-stroke patients.
Key words: Hand Rehabilitation, mirror therapy, robot glove, robotic hand, stroke.