Abstract
The purpose of our CAT was to research the effectiveness of functional electrical stimulation (FES) on improvement of fine motor control to complete ADLs for individuals with a cervical spinal cord injury. When an individual experiences a cervical spinal cord injury (SCI) it can result in a decrease of functional use in their hands and the overall independence and participation in activities. Occupational therapy plays a vital role within the rehabilitative process for people with spinal cord injuries. During occupational therapy rehabilitation, recovery of arm and hand function becomes a high priority. We aimed to find Level I, peer-reviewed research articles that showed if using FES compared to conventional therapy in patients with cervical spinal cord injuries improved function and independence in their lives. After completing our research, FES is an intervention that has been shown to improve hand function which promotes independence in activities of daily living (ADL’s).