Home-based DIR/Floortime intervention program for preschool children with autism spectrum disorders: preliminary findings.

abstract：AIMS:There is limited research on the type and quantity of actions (activities) occupational therapy practitioners utilize when providing sensory integration treatment to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). METHODS:A coding scheme identifying specific aspects of sensory integration treatment was developed a...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Holland CM,Blanche EI,Thompson BL

更新日期：2020-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Comparisons were made of the paediatric content of professional entry-level occupational therapy university program curricula in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada using an ex post facto survey methodology. The findings indicated that in Australia/New Zealand, paediatrics made up 20% of the total curriculum, but only ...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Rodger S,Brown GT,Brown A,Roever C

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aims: To investigate inter-rater reliability, concurrent validity, and feasibility of the German Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI-G) using the mode of observation in a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation setting with the Functional Independence Measure for Children (WeeFIM®) as criterion.Methods: Cross-se...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Ryll UC,Bastiaenen CHG,Iten N,van Hedel HJA

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To describe the focus of therapy practices in occupational and physical therapy for school-aged children with cerebral palsy, and better understand whether it is congruent with recommended practices. METHODS:A Canada-wide Web-based survey was completed by 62 occupational and 61 physical therapists to identify pro...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Anaby D,Korner-Bitensky N,Steven E,Tremblay S,Snider L,Avery L,Law M

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To determine whether electrical stimulation (ES) following botulinum toxin A (BoNT/A) injection increases passive extensibility of the hamstring muscles in children with spastic diplegia. METHODS:Six children undergoing bilateral BoNT/A injections to the hamstrings participated in this within-participant single b...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Mudge A,Harvey LA,Lancaster A,Lowe K

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Youth En Route (YER) is a transition program for youth and young adults with multiple disabilities. It offers a multifaceted approach that includes self-discovery, skill development, and community experience. Underlying the service delivery model is a philosophy of self-determination. This program evaluation measured ...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Evans J,McDougall J,Baldwin P

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study explored perspectives of therapist's role in care coordination between early intervention (EI) and medical services, and identified strategies for improving service delivery. Fifty adults participated in one of six focus groups. Participants included parents, pediatricians, and therapists working in hospita...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Ideishi RI,O'Neil ME,Chiarello LA,Nixon-Cave K

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Federal law mandates that early intervention (EI) programs provide care using a family-centered model. The purpose of this preliminary study was to investigate (a) the relationship that develops between physical therapists and parents during EI and (b) a possible link between this relationship and EI outcomes. Thirty-...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Broggi MB,Sabatelli R

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Cerebral palsy (CP) impacts motor functions such as balance, limits of stability and walking, and may also affect other functions such as attention and rhythm production. Motor and non-motor deficits lead to difficulties in daily life activities. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of a da...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Cherriere C,Martel M,Sarrasin A,Ballaz L,Tallet J,Lemay M

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To systematically examine the efficacy of lower extremity cycling interventions for youth with intellectual disability (ID). METHODS:Seven databases were searched from March 2000 to October 2019 for English-language articles on cycling interventions for youth with ID. The American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Fragala-Pinkham MA,Ball AL,Jeffries LM

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the extent to which personal factors (age, socioeconomic grouping, and preterm birth) and adaptive behaviour explain the participation patterns of young children. METHODS:65 Children 2-5 years old with and without a history of preterm birth and no physical or intellectual disability were selected by con...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Killeen H,Shiel A,Law M,O'Donovan DJ,Segurado R,Anaby D

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:This study provides information on how two standardized measures based on different theoretical frameworks can be used in collecting information on motor development and performance in 4- and 5-year-olds with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The purpose of the study was to determine the concurrent validity of the M...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Holloway JM,Long T,Biasini F

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examined changes in mobility methods of children with cerebral palsy (CP) over time and across environmental settings. Sixty-two children with CP, ages 6-14 years and classified as levels II-IV on the Gross Motor Function Classification System, were randomly selected from a larger data base and followed for...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Tieman B,Palisano RJ,Gracely EJ,Rosenbaum P,Chiarello LA,O'Neil M

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the absence of a gold standard to identify the presence of developmental coordination disorder in children, it is useful to examine the consistency of different tests used in physical and occupational therapy. This study examined three measures of motor skills to determine whether they consistently identified the s...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Crawford SG,Wilson BN,Dewey D

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To explore intra-rater and inter-rater reliability of the Infant Motor Profile (IMP). The IMP is a video-based method assessing movement quality (movement variation, adaptability, symmetry and fluency) and motor skills in infants aged 3 to 18 months. METHOD:The IMP assessment was performed on 50 infants aged 3 to ...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Tveten KM,Hadders-Algra M,Strand LI,Van Iersel PAM,Rieber J,Dragesund T

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ninety-two occupational and physical therapists employed within the Iowa public education system received an infant intervention questionnaire that investigated their use of specific infant intervention models and techniques. Thirty-nine pediatric therapists, actively treating infants birth to two years of age respond...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Redditi JS

更新日期：1983-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of intensive therapy, conductive education, and special education on function in 19 children with cerebral palsy. METHODS:Subjects participated in a five-week program of conductive education, intensive therapy, or special education. Professionals, blinded to...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Stiller C,Marcoux BC,Olson RE

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To evaluate the effects of hippotherapy on physical capacities of children with cerebral palsy. METHODS:Thirteen children (4-12 years old) with cerebral palsy classified in Gross Motor Function Classification System Level I or II were included in this prospective quasi-experimental ABA design study. Participants ...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Champagne D,Corriveau H,Dugas C

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to examine the responsiveness of the Test of Basic Motor Skills for Children with Down Syndrome (BMS). Forty-one children with Down Syndrome, 3 to 36 months of age, participated in the study. Gross motor skills were assessed three times using the BMS and the Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： van den Heuvel ME,de Jong I,Lauteslager PE,Volman MJ

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the evidence of the effectiveness of different feeding interventions for children with cerebral palsy. METHODS:A search of 12 electronic databases identified all relevant studies. For each study, the quality of the methods was assessed according to the study design. A total of 33 articles were retrieved...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Snider L,Majnemer A,Darsaklis V

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The purpose of this study was to test the psychometric properties of the Family Quality of Life Survey (FQOLS-2006) when used with urban families predominantly from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds. METHODS:Data gathered from 193 family caregivers using the FQOLS-2006 were subjected to reliability anal...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Samuel PS,Tarraf W,Marsack C

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This systematic review focused on the common conventional physiotherapy interventions used with children with cerebral palsy (CP), aged 4 to 18 years, and critically appraised the recent evidence of each of these interventions using the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine Levels of Evidence. The search strategy ...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Martin L,Baker R,Harvey A

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The intensity of physical therapy provided for children in early intervention (EI) programs may be influenced by a number of factors. In an individualized program, however, some children and families may benefit from an increased frequency of services. The purpose of this case report was to syste...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Schreiber J

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Pain associated with hypermobility of wrist and hand joints can contribute to decreased handwriting output. This study examined the effectiveness of a neoprene wrist/hand splint in reducing pain and increasing handwriting speed and endurance for students with joint hypermobility syndrome. METHODS:Multiple base...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Frohlich L,Wesley A,Wallen M,Bundy A

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Conductive education (CE) is an educational approach for children with cerebral palsy. This paper describes the history of conductive education, and the characteristics of current programs that exist in many countries. The underlying principles and the unique techniques used in CE programs are described. These include...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Bourke-Taylor H,O'Shea R,Gaebler-Spira D

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:ABSTRACT Families raising a young child with multiple disabilities are charged with significant responsibilities such as learning about their child's condition and navigating mainstream and alternative services. Aim: Describe service choices, costs, out of pocket expenses, and the impact on families. Methods: Survey d...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Bourke-Taylor H,Cotter C,Stephan R

更新日期：2014-11-03 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aimed to identify barriers and enablers experienced by occupational therapists to delivering evidence-based upper limb intervention for children with unilateral cerebral palsy. Semistructured interviews informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework were conducted with nine occupational therapists from three...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Sakzewski L,Ziviani J,Boyd RN

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aim: To investigate the validity and reliability of the Portuguese version of the Test of Infant Motor Performance (TIMP) for Brazilian infants.Methods: The study was conducted with 20 health professionals and 655 Brazilian infants (between 34 weeks of Post-Menstrual Age and 17 weeks Corrected Age).Results: (1) Conten...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Chiquetti EMDS,Valentini NC,Saccani R

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of current adaptive behavior measures in practice and research is limited by their length and need for a professional interviewer. There is a need for alternative measures that more efficiently assess adaptive behavior in children and youth with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The Pediatric Evaluation of Dis...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Kramer JM,Coster WJ,Kao YC,Snow A,Orsmond GI

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aims: To examine and compare sensory processing in children diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) to children designated as "at risk" for neurodevelopmental disorders and FASD, associated with Prenatal Alcohol Exposure (PAE). Method: A retrospective chart review methodology was applied to examine senso...

journal_title：Physical & occupational therapy in pediatrics

authors： Fjeldsted B,Xue L

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00