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This study aimed to identify the effects of modified constraint-induced therapy (mCIMT) on upper limb’s function and walking in cerebral palsy. Study was carried out by using an ABA design with baseline, intervention, and follow-up phases. And a subject was a child with left hemiplegic cerebral palsy. The mCIMT with unaffected side restricted by a plastic splint was performed averaging five 5 hours per day for 5 weeks. Subjects underwent an intensive training to affected upper limb for 2 hours and performed daily routine activities for 3 hours. Outcome measures included the box and block test, coin transfer test, one-leg test, and walking velocity. After the intervention, values were improved in all parameters, and gains were maintained during the follow-up phase. These findings suggest that mCIMT is helpful to enhance the function of affected upper limb, balance, and walking. Further studies will be continued to warrant the findings of present study.