Impact of mirror therapy on motor function recovery in hemiplegic patients

Hemiplegia, often resulting from a cerebrovascular accident, severely impacts voluntary motor control and quality of life. In rehabilitation, Mirror Therapy (MT) has emerged as a promising, non-invasive, and cost-effective intervention. This review investigates the efficacy of MT in enhancing motor function recovery, focusing on neurophysiological mechanisms and clinical outcomes. A comparative analysis of a single-source dataset demonstrates that patients undergoing MT show significantly greater improvement in motor function scores than those receiving conventional therapy. The findings underscore the role of visual feedback and neuroplasticity in MT's effectiveness, revealing its potential as a core element of stroke rehabilitation protocols.