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Effect of early limb movement on motor function and the ability of daily life of stroke patients / 现代临床护理
Modern Clinical Nursing ; (6): 22-24, 2013.
Article in Chinese | WPRIM | ID: wpr-435807
ABSTRACT
Objective To investigate the effect of early limb movement on the motor function and the activities of daily life of stroke patients. Methods Eighty two stroke patients were divided into the control group(n=40)and intervention group(n=42). The former received conventional nursing care and the latter the intervention of early limb movement and routine nursing.The two groups were compared in terms of Fugl-Meyer movement function and Barthel index. Results After 12 weeks,the scores by Fugl-Meyer motor function and by Barthel index were significantly higher than those in the control group(all P<0.01).Conclusion The intervention by early limb movement is effective for promoting the recovery of limb motor function of stroke patients as well as their ability of daily life.

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Language: Chinese Journal: Modern Clinical Nursing Year: 2013 Type: Article