To examine whether hippotherapy has a clinically significant effect on gross motor function in children with cerebral palsy (CP).Randomized controlled trial.Outpatient therapy center.Ninety-two CP, aged 4-10 years, presenting variable (Gross Motor Function Classification System [GMFCS] levels I-IV).Hippotherapy (30 minutes twice weekly for 8 consecutive weeks).Gross Measure (GMFM)-88, GMFM-66, and Pediatric Balance Scale.Pre- post-treatment measures were completed by 91 (45 the intervention...

To compare the neurodevelopmental outcomes between preterm infants with diffuse excessive high signal intensity (DEHSI) and those without DEHSI on magnetic resonance (MR) images, in association other white matter lesions.This retrospective study was approved by institutional review board, requirement to obtain informed consent waived. High-risk (n = 126) who underwent screening brain MR imaging at near-term-equivalent age were classified into two groups according presence of DEHSI. Bayley...

This study was performed to examine the convergent and discriminant validity of Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS), a modified version Berg (BBS), in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). A total 38 (age, 4 10 years) CP who could ambulate participated this study. PBS, equilibrium scores Sensory Organization Test derived from computerized dynamic posturography, Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM), Evaluation Disability Inventory (PEDI) mobility skills were evaluated. With regard validity, PBS...

Objective To determine the clinical characteristics and videofluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS) findings in infants with suspected dysphagia compare VFSS between full-term preterm infants. Methods A total of 107 (67 40 preterm) who were referred for at a tertiary university hospital enrolled this retrospective study. Clinical reviewed by physiatrist an experienced speech-language pathologist. The association reasons referral analyzed. Results Mean gestational age was 35.1±5.3 weeks, mean...

Background: Three-dimensional printer technology can produce the personalized orthosis in various forms. Objective: To develop a wrist using three-dimensional scanner and for patients with pain. Study design: A preliminary, prospective, randomized, open-label study. Methods: total of 22 pain were randomly assigned to control experimental groups. The group wore cock-up three-dimensional-printed 1 week. Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation, Jebsen Hand Function Test, Orthotics Prosthetics Users'...

The spinal cord is able to express use-dependent plasticity, as demonstrated in spinalized cats following treadmill training. In humans, plasticity inferred from modifications the size of H reflex, which are often more prominent after skilled motor Plasticity can develop at synaptic connections between afferent fibres and/or descending tracts and motoneurones or interneurones interposed pathways. Here we explore whether training induces a change efficacy synapse Ia afferents soleus (Sol)...

To investigate clinical effects of equine-assisted activities and therapy (EAA/T) for treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children age 6-13 years.This 12-week, prospective, open-label trial included 24 sessions EAA/T. Twenty participants (19 boys 1 girl) completed 12 weeks Various tests were administered at baseline after Assessments the investigator-administered ADHD-Rating Scale (ARS-I), Clinical Global Impressions (CGI)-Severity Scale, Impressions-Improvement...

Pharmacotherapy among children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is effective, but many patients suffer from secondary psychiatric problems even after improvement of ADHD core symptoms. Hippotherapy have been used as adjunct treatment options for physical and psychosocial rehabilitation well to ameliorate The aim this study was investigate the effects versus pharmacotherapy ADHD.Thirty-four participants were randomly assigned at a 1:1 ratio either 24 sessions twice-weekly...

Aim: To design and manufacture a patient-specific assistive device optimized for patient function after estimating the disability status of with brain injury through 3D printing techniqueMaterials methods: The left hand man right-side hemiparesis was scanned three-dimensional scanner, left-hand image flipped over to right side orthosis. change devices easily, connector designed connect easily detachable orthosis by using magnetics. enable writing, round-shaped ring attached fix pen....

This study was an open-label, dose-escalation, phase 1 clinical trial to determine the safety and dose of EN001 for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). EN001, developed by ENCell, are allogeneic early-passage Wharton's jelly-derived mesenchymal stem cells that originate at umbilical cord, preclinical studies demonstrating their high therapeutic efficacy DMD. explored tolerability as a potential treatment option Six pediatric participants DMD were divided into two subgroups equal...

To determine the potential of low-end high-intensity home-based hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy (H-HABIT) in mitigating post-modified constraint-induced movement (mCIMT) regression children with unilateral cerebral palsy (UCP). Twenty-two (aged 4-12 years) UCP were assigned to either experimental (n = 12) or control group 10). Both groups completed 30 h mCIMT for three weeks, followed by H-HABIT five weeks and none group. Assessments, including assisting hand assessment (AHA) other...

Kwon J-Y, Hwang JH, Kim J-S: Botulinum toxin A injection into calf muscles for treatment of spastic equinus in cerebral palsy: controlled trial comparing sonography and electric stimulation-guided techniques: preliminary report. Objective: To compare the clinical outcomes two different techniques, one guided by stimulation other sonography, botulinum children with palsy. Design: Thirty-two palsy gait were enrolled separate categories according to their level under Gross Motor Function...

To investigate the effects of hippotherapy for adult patients with brain disorders.Eight chronic disorder (7 males, mean age 42.4±16.6 years) were recruited. The duration from injury was 7.9±7.7 years. diagnoses stroke (n=5), traumatic (n=2), and cerebral palsy (n=1). Hippotherapy sessions conducted twice a week eight consecutive weeks in an indoor riding arena. Each session lasted 30 minutes. All participants evaluated by Berg balance scale, Tinetti Performance-Oriented Mobility Assessment,...

Equine-assisted activities and therapy (EAA/T) have been used as adjunct treatment options for physical psychosocial rehabilitation. However, the therapeutic effects on resting-state brain function not yet studied. The aim of this study is to investigate EAA/T participants with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by comparing functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs-fMRI) signals their clinical correlates. Ten ADHD participated in a 12-week program without any medication. Two...

To investigate the clinical usefulness of Schedule for Oral-Motor Assessment (SOMA) in children with dysphagia by comparing findings SOMA those videofluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS).Both and VFSS were performed 33 (21 boys 12 girls; mean age 17.3±12.1 months) who referred oropharyngeal evaluation. Ratings oral-motor functions indicated based upon cutting score each specific texture food (puree, semi-solids, solids, cracker, liquid-bottle, liquid-cup). Abnormalities either oral phase, or...

Abstract Background Attention problems and decreased quality of life are frequently accompanied in Cerebral Palsy (CP), which can negatively affect rehabilitation physical disability. However, the majority affected children remain untreated aspects attention or psychosocial factors. Equine-Assisted Activities Therapies (EAAT) use horse as a therapeutic modality including grooming well mounted riding activities patients exercise experience stimulation. It is known to help improve with ADHD,...

The survival rate of children admitted in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) after birth is on increase; hence, proper evaluation and their neurodevelopment has become an important issue. Neurodevelopmental assessments individual domains regarding motor, language, cognition, sensory perception are crucial planning prompt interventions for neonates requiring immediate support rehabilitation treatment. These essential identifying areas weakness designing targeted to improve future...

To identify the precise locations of muscular branches (MBs) and motor points (MPs) triceps surae muscles in relation to bony landmarks.Thirty-six limbs from 22 adult cadavers were anatomically dissected. The location number MPs MBs tibial nerve defined relative four landmarks. Locations expressed as a percentage lower leg length width.One MB was identified posterior soleus muscle, one or two medial gastrocnemius up lateral muscle. One muscles.Estimation MPs, when combined with our...

Objective The aims of this study were to evaluate the prevalence and clinical predictors dysphagia determine characteristics videofluoroscopic swallowing findings in infants after open heart procedures. Design This is a retrospective review 146 who underwent surgery. with compared those without dysphagia. also evaluated. Results Of surgery, 35 (24.0%) had symptoms. lower body weight at operation, more malformation syndromes, longer operation times, complex operations than did In addition,...

To introduce the Korean Database of Cerebral Palsy (KDCP) and to provide first report on characteristics subjects with cerebral palsy (CP).The KDCP is a nationwide database CP, which includes total 773 subjects. Characteristics such as demography, birth history, onset type brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings, functional ability accompanying impairments, were extracted analyzed.Preterm delivery low weight found in 59.51% 60.28% subjects, respectively. Postnatally acquired CP was...

To investigate the relationship between gross motor function and daily functional skill in children with cerebral palsy (CP) to explore how this is moderated by Gross Motor Function Classification System, Bimanual Fine (BFMF), neuromotor types, limb distribution of CP.A cross-sectional survey 112 CP (range, 4 years 7 months) was performed. assessed Measure-66 (GMFM-66) Pediatric Evaluation Disability Inventory-Functional Skills Scale (PEDI-FSS).GMFM-66 scores explained 49.7%, 67.4%, 26.1%...

Botulinum toxin A is considered an important tool to control spasticity in children with cerebral palsy. Several factors are known affect the efficacy of botulinum toxin, such as dosage, appropriate muscle selection and application, age, accompanying therapy. multicenter, double-blind, randomized, prospective phase III clinical trial for treatment dynamic equinus 144 palsy was performed compare efficacies letibotulinumtoxin onabotulinumtoxin A. Secondary analyses were evaluate that affected...