The relationship between trunk control and upper limb function in children with cerebral palsy.
Do Hyun Kim1, Duk-Hyun An2, Won-Gyu Yoo2
1HIP&MAL Laboratory, Department of Rehabilitation Science, Inje University, Gimhae, Korea.
Summary
Trunk control ability significantly impacts upper limb function in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Improved trunk control, assessed by the Trunk Control Measurement Scale (TCMS), correlates with better upper limb function.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Neuroscience
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Trunk control is crucial for effective upper limb movement.
- Children with cerebral palsy (CP) often exhibit impaired trunk control.
- This impairment can significantly affect their daily functional activities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate trunk control, sway, and upper limb function in children with CP.
- To determine the relationship between trunk control ability and upper limb function in this population.
- To explore correlations with arm movement acceleration.
Main Methods:
- 15 children with CP participated.
- Trunk control and sway assessed using the Trunk Control Measurement Scale (TCMS).
- Upper limb function evaluated via Jebsen-Taylor Hand Function Test (JTHFT), Quality of Upper Extremity Skills Test (QUEST), Box and Blocks Test (BBT), and ABILHAND-Kids questionnaire.
Main Results:
- TCMS scores showed positive correlations with QUEST, BBT, and ABILHAND-Kids, but negative with JTHFT.
- Anteroposterior and mediolateral acceleration correlated differently with upper limb function tests.
- Moderate to strong correlations were found between trunk control and upper limb function parameters.
Conclusions:
- Trunk control ability is strongly linked to upper limb function in children with CP.
- Assessment of trunk control is recommended when evaluating upper limb function in children with CP.
- Findings highlight the importance of trunk stability for arm and hand movements.
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