Aplicación de la técnica Terapia Espejo para la reeducación funcional del hemicuerpo en pacientes post Evento Cerebrovascular que asisten al Hospital IESS de Ceibos.

Abstract

Introduction: The Vascular Brain Event is currently presented as a problem in public health, causing neurological damage, mainly affecting the musculoskeletal system, which produces several problems at a physical, psychological and social level. Objective: To determine the effectiveness of the Mirror Therapy technique for the functional re-education of the hemibody in post-Cerebrovascular Event (CVD) patients attending the IESS Ceibos Hospital. Methodology: The research work uses a quantitative approach study with an explanatory and experimental scope, the sample is 32 patients who met the inclusion criteria. The information was designed in graphics to determine the effectiveness of the Mirror Therapy technique, before and after the application. Results: The results obtained from the data collection, showed that in the Katz test an improvement of 41% of absence of the disability was obtained, after the application of the technique. In contrast, in the Ashworth test, an improvement in normal muscle tone of 88% in upper limb and lower limb of 59% was demonstrated, favoring functional reeducation of the hemibody. Conclusion: This technique allows to improve the coordination and functionality of the hemibody on the affected side, facilitating the execution and control of movements, reflected in the activities of daily life.