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EFFECT OF NEUROCOGNITIVE EXERCISES ON ATTENTION AMONG CEREBRAL PALSY CHILDREN

*Manjula S., Dr. P. Senthil Selvam, Dr. S. S. Subramanian, Dr. Kumaresan A. and Kiriya Nisi N.

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Abstract

Background: Cerebral Palsy children are trained with neurocognitive exercises to improve attention. In addition to coordination exercises, neurocognitive exercise program (NEP), which include visual and verbal stimuli and integrate some cognitive tasks, is an exercise program that can be used to improve attention and cognitive functions. Aim & Objective of The Study: The aim of the study was to assess the effect of Neurocognitive exercise program on attention among Cerebral palsy children. Methodology: It was an experimental study consisting of 20 samples of age group above 13 yrs who were divided into two groups, namely Group A & B. Group A (experimental group) children were given Neurocognitive exercises and group B (Control group) children were given general cognitive exercises. Treatment duration comprises of 60 minutes / day for 5 days per week for 4 weeks. Outcome Measures: Numeric square test. Tools Required: Coloured cards, Number cards, Bubble wrap, Number puzzle, Abacus, Peg grading board, Coloured beads, Counting blocks, Shape puzzle, Alphabets. Result: From pre and post scores, the p value was less than the level of significance (0.05). Hence it was proved that Neurocognitive exercise was effective in improving attention among cerebral palsy children. Conclusion: This study concluded that Neurocognitive Exercise Program was effective in improving attention among Cerebral Palsy children.

Keywords: Neurocognitive exercise program, Attention, Cerebral palsy, Exercise, Numeric square test.