Hand function in the play behavior of children with cerebral palsy.

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of hand function on the occupational performance of playing for children with cerebral palsy.

Methods: Twenty children with cerebral palsy took part in the study, of both genders, aged 3-10 years, with motor abilities ranging from I to V and manual abilities from II to IV. Data were collected using the Assessment of Ludic Behaviour before and after botulinum toxin was applied in the upper limbs to reduce spasticity.