Objective : This study was examined the effects of task-oriented training therapy after botulinum
toxin injection, upper extremity function and activities of daily living for stroke patient.
Methods : The subject was a 44 year old male who suffered from hemiplegic patient received a
task-oriented training therapy after botulinum toxin injection on involved upper extremity
for 30-min sessions 5 times every week during 8 weeks. The scores were obtained before the
injection, at 4 weeks, and 8 weeks after the injection. The upper extremity function was assessed
using a Manual Function Test and Box and Block Test, and also Modified Barthel Index was
applied for evaluation of Activities of Daily Living performance ability.
Results : The results of this study show that the subject’s In-hand manipulation and dexterity
function increase significantly. Also, In activities of daily living, personal hygiene area,
feeding area, toilet area, dressing area scores are improved significantly.
Conclusion : Through this study, task-oriented training after botulinum toxin injection can improve
upper extremity function and Activities of Daily Living performance ability of patient with
stroke.