Enhancing Motor Function and ADLs through Task-Oriented Training with Proprioceptive Training in a Post Craniotomy Patient :- A case report

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of combining proprioceptive stimulation and task-oriented training (TOT) on motor recovery and functional independence in a post-craniotomy patient.

Design: Single-subject case study.

Setting: Deep Hospital and Research Centre, Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Intervention: An 8-week physiotherapy program consisting of phased proprioceptive training (stable, dynamic, and functional stages) followed by structured TOT targeting upper- and lower-limb functional movements. Sessions were conducted 5 days per week for 45–60 minutes. Outcome Measures: Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) and Motor Assessment Scale (MAS), recorded pre- and post-intervention.

Results: Post-intervention scores showed substantial improvement in motor control, balance, and functional task performance. FMA scores increased from 78 to 118 and MAS scores improved from 18 to 42, indicating enhanced motor function and greater independence in ADLs. Conclusion: The combined proprioceptive and task-oriented training approach was effective in promoting early motor recovery and functional independence following craniotomy, suggesting its applicability in neurorehabilitation settings.