Effect of Repetitive Sensory Stimulation and Neurodevelopmental Technique On Spasticity and Hand Motor Function in Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy Patients

Authors

Maria Naeem Consultant physiotherapist, Faisalabad physiotherapy Center Author
Dr. Anbreena Rasool Assistant Professor Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Faisalabad ORCID: 0009-0007-7919-5611 Author
Umaima Naeem Consultant physiotherapist, Faisalabad physiotherapy Center Author
Saba Parwaiz Consultant physiotherapist, Faisalabad physiotherapy Center Author
Ali Hassan Author
Irtasam Ahmad Dr. Anbreena Rasool; PT Corresponding Author Author

Cerebral Palsy, Repetitive Sensory Stimulation, Neurodevelopmental Technique, Spasticity, Motor Function, Hemiplegia

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a non-progressive neurological disorder affecting motor function, often leading to

spasticity and impaired hand motor function. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of repetitive

sensory stimulation (RSS) with a mesh glove alone versus RSS combined with a neurodevelopmental

technique (NDT) in improving spasticity and hand motor function in hemiplegic CP patients. A

randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted with 30 participants divided into two groups: Group A

received RSS, while Group B received RSS combined with NDT. The study measured outcomes using

the Modified Ashworth Scale and the Box and Block Test. Results indicated that both groups showed

improvements, but the RSS + NDT group demonstrated significantly greater improvements in reducing

spasticity and enhancing motor function. These findings suggest that integrating NDT with RSS is a more

effective intervention for managing spasticity and improving hand motor function in hemiplegic CP

patients.