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초록
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The purpose this study was to investigate the effect of action observa-tion physical training (AOPT) on the functioning of the upper extremities in children with cerebral palsy (CP), using an evaluation framework based on that of the International Classification of Functioning, Disabili-ty and Health (ICF). The subjects were divided into an AOPT group and a physical training (PT) group. AOPT group practiced repeatedly the ac-tions they observed on video clips, in which normal child performed an action with their upper extremities. PT group performed the same ac-tions as the AOPT group did after observing landscape photographs. The subjects participated in twelve 30-min sessions, 3 days a week, for 4 weeks. Evaluation of upper extremity function using the following: the power of grasp and Modified Ashworth Scale for body functions and structures, a Box and Block test, an ABILHAND-Kids questionnaire, and the WeeFIM scale for activity and participation. Measurements were performed before and after the training, and 2 weeks after the end of training. The results of this study showed that, in comparison with the PT group, the functioning of the upper extremities in the AOPT group was significantly improved in body functions and activity and participa-tion according to the ICF framework. This study demonstrates that AOPT has a positive influence on the functioning of the upper extremi-ties in children with CP. It is suggested that this alternative approach for functioning of the upper extremities could be an effective method for rehabilitation in children with CP.
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INTRODUCTION
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Study subjects
Process of study progress
Study tools and measurement procedure
Videos for action observation physical training
Action observation and physical training methods
Data analysis
RESULTS
Change made in body function and structure
Change made in activities and participation
DISCUSSION
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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