Wii-based movement therapy to promote improved upper extremity function post-stroke: a pilot study.

Authors

  • Marie R. Mouawad
  • Catherine G. Doust
  • Madeleine D. Max
  • Penelope A. McNulty

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-0816

Keywords:

stroke rehabilitation, upper limb, motor control, functional ability, hemiplegia, virtual reality.

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Virtual-reality is increasingly used to improve rehabilitation outcomes. The Nintendo Wii offers an in-expensive alternative to more complex systems. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the efficacy of Wii-based therapy for post-stroke rehabilitation. METHODS: Seven patients (5 men, 2 women, aged 42-83 years

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Published

2011-04-13

How to Cite

Mouawad, M. R., Doust, C. G., Max, M. D., & McNulty, P. A. (2011). Wii-based movement therapy to promote improved upper extremity function post-stroke: a pilot study. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 43(6), 527–533. https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-0816

Issue

Vol. 43 No. 6 (2011)

Section

Original Report

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