Outcomes of a Clinic-Based PCIMT Program on Upper Extremity Movement Quality

Findings suggest that clinic-based PCIMT programs can significantly improve upper extremity movement quality for children with unilateral hemiparesis. These findings support the clinical application of PCIMT and highlight the need for further research to optimize treatment protocols and predict outcomes based on classification levels. Plain-Language Summary: This study evaluated the outcomes of a clinic-based pediatric constraint-induced movement therapy (PCIMT) program for children with unilateral hemiparesis. The results showed significant improvements in the children's upper extremity movement quality, including range of motion, accuracy, dexterity, and fluency. The findings suggest that clinic-based PCIMT can be an effective treatment for improving movement quality of children with unilateral hemiparesis. They findings also suggest the need for further research to evaluate these programs and determine whether predictive outcomes can be based on individual characteristics.