Means of Ergotherapy in Increasing the Level of Functioning and Independence of Children with Cerebral Palsy

Abstract

The problem of limiting social functioning, domestic opportunities and self-service is of great social importance. As ergotherapeutic interventions, researchers use a very wide range of methods that are used separately and in a complex manner. In particular, the literature considers the application of audial feedback, cognitive-perceptual and perceptual-motor training, sensory-motor function training, positioning, splinting, Bobat techniquesinduced by the limiting factor of the movement therapy, bimanual therapy and targeted therapy. The main criteria for assessing the effectiveness of ergotherapyare the functional ability and participation in public life. The overwhelming number of works confirms the effectiveness of ergotherapy in improving functioning and quality of life, social adaptation. But systematic reviews of the studies indicate insufficient evidence of most methods and poor quality of research.