Effects of exercise combined with brain stimulation on hand function in children with cerebral palsy: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

This review demonstrated that exercise with brain stimulation could significantly enhance hand function in children with CP. Specifically, more than 16 sessions has greater benefits for GS, and the tDCS may confer benefits for FMC.

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PeerJ
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2026-01-29
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https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.20670
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Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
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Effects of exercise combined with brain stimulation on hand function in children with cerebral palsy: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

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Effects of exercise combined with brain stimulation on hand function in children with cerebral palsy: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

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Abstract

This review demonstrated that exercise with brain stimulation could significantly enhance hand function in children with CP. Specifically, more than 16 sessions has greater benefits for GS, and the tDCS may confer benefits for FMC.

PeerJVol. 14
Nantong University (CN), Hebei University of Architecture (CN)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 75%
Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
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