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Kazuhiro Fukata1, Kazu Amimoto2, Kohei Shida1,2
1Department of Rehabilitation Centre, Saitama Medical University International Medical Centre, Saitama, Japan.
Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
|July 26, 2021
Summary
This study explored laser pointer-based training for unilateral spatial neglect (USN). Standing and walking interventions improved patient response to neglected space and behavioral assessments.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Unilateral spatial neglect (USN) therapy remains challenging.
- This case report examines a novel intervention for USN.
Observation:
- A 79-year-old male with USN post-cerebral embolism participated.
- The intervention involved standing and walking training with a laser pointer.
- The BABA method and specific outcome measures were used over 5 days.
Findings:
- Catherine Bergego Scale scores improved post-intervention.
- Reaction time in the neglected left space decreased on the modified Posner task.
- The Behavioural Inattention Test conventional subtest showed no significant change.
Implications:
- Laser pointer-based training may enhance attention and behavioral outcomes in USN.
- This approach could offer a new therapeutic avenue for spatial neglect.
- Further research is warranted to validate these findings in larger cohorts.
