Aim The aim of this study was to investigate the effects Kinesio Taping ( KT ) on body functions and activity children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy CP ). Method This designed as a single‐blind, randomized, controlled trial. Thirty were randomized split equally between group (eight males, seven females; mean age 9y [ SD 2y 3mo] range 7–12y) control (seven eight 7mo 3y 4mo] 7–14y) receiving usual care. All participants evaluated Functional Independence Measure for Children (Wee FIM...

Background and Objectives: Angular modifications in the physiological curvatures of spine have been associated with spinal dysfunction altered biomechanics, which may contribute to musculoskeletal complaints. The main objective this experimental study was investigate show effects lumbar lordosis thoracic kyphosis angles on muscle activations during three different low back exercises. Materials Methods: Participants were divided into hyper lordotic angle - Increased (n=11) normal (n=11)....

Technological developments in neurorehabilitation are rapidly increasing. Students who grow up the field of rehabilitation should be open to innovation and eager learn order keep with this rapid development. The purpose study was observing relationship between physiotherapist candidates' individual levels lifelong learning tendencies. A relational screening model is used study. included 7 state universities Turkey assess these two dimensions. demographic form, "Lifelong Learning Tendency...

The purpose of this study was to translate and culturally adapt the Sensory Profile (SP), which is used measure sensory processing abilities children ages 3–10 years, test its reliability validity for use with Turkish autism. A cross-cultural adaptation process carried out by bilingual experts, following typical guidelines. test-retest reliability, internal consistency, construct studies SP were done 144 comparison also made between results autism 101 healthy SP. There significant...

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of partial body weight-supported treadmill exercise (PBWSTE), robotic-assisted (RATE), and anti-gravity (ATE) in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP).Between December 01, 2015 May 2016, a total 29 (18 males, 11 females; mean age 9.3±2.3 years; range, 6 14 years) CP were included study. The patients randomly divided into three groups as PBWSTE group (n=10), RATE ATE (n=9). Each underwent 20 sessions for 45 min five days week four weeks....

Telerehabilitation can be proposed to individuals with mechanic neck pain improve functional abilities and limit the risk of early degeneration musculoskeletal system due postural problems. This study was conducted investigate effect 12-week telerehabilitation on pain, posture, performance, energy consumption in mechanical pain.A program applied 78(23.79 ± 8.95)individuals pain. A synchronized posture-based exercise performed 3 times a week for 12 weeks. Pain, measurements, levels were...

Participation in daily activities provides many opportunities for children with and without disabilities to improve cognitive, physical communication abilities; develop social relationships promote adaptive behaviours. The aim of this study is examine the psychometric properties Environment Measure Children Youth (PEM-CY) Turkish youth a disability. A total 410 parents (n = 232) 178) disabilities, aged 5-17 years, were included study. Cronbach's alpha (α) intraclass correlation coefficients...

The purpose of this study was to compare the long-term impact COVID-19 pandemic on participation, support, and barriers at home in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) without ADHD.This included a total 227 participants mean age 11.93 ± 2.96 years, comprising 116 adolescents ADHD 111 ADHD. parents or primary caregivers all completed Participation Environment Measure for Children Youth (PEM-CY), which used assess participation environmental factors home. Student's...

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has been known to have emotional, physical, and behavioral effects in reproductive age. To evaluate the of premenstrual on pain quality life women, who perform regular yoga exercises long term. 30 women with PMS control (31.17 ± 5.28 years old) participated this randomized controlled, single blinded study. The demographics groups were similar (p < 0.05). A significant difference was found a depressive mood, anxiety, fatigue, pain, thoughts, sleeping habits...

This study purpose of determining the short-term effects kinesio taping on drooling in children with cerebral palsy (CP).

AIM: The aim was to investigate the effects of neurodevelopmental based goal directed therapy (GD-NDT) on motor functions, daily living activities children with CP. METHOD: 26 spastic CP, 14 males (53.8%) and 12 females (46.2%) ,mean age 9.5 ± 3.2 years were included. GMFCS levels were, I in 42.3%, II 3.8% level, III 15.4%, IV 11.5% V 26.9%. GD-NDT applied 3 times a week for weeks. RESULTS: Positive developments after identified gross functions (p 0.05). goals before treatment involved...

Purpose To investigate the effects of functional electrical stimulation cycling (FES-C) training in addition to conventional physical therapy on gait, muscle strength, gross motor function, and energy expenditure ambulatory children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.Materials methods Twenty palsy were randomly assigned FES-C group (n = 10) or control 10). Subjects trained 3 days/week for 8 weeks. Control received therapy. The additionally training. test was used strength assessment....

To investigate: (1) the interrater, and test-retest reliability of coin rotation test (CRT) in people with Parkinson's Disease (PwPD); (2) minimum detectable change CRT; (3) concurrent known-groups validity (4) cut-off times that best discriminate PwPD from healthy functionally dependent independent PwPD.Forty-eight 33 were included. The CRT was administered nine-hole peg test, Movement Disorders Society Sponsored Unified Rating Scale, Hoehn Yahr Questionnaire-8, Schwab England Scale.The had...

Repeated overload by body weight in the adolescents affects foot structure.This study aimed to evaluate plantar pressure distribution with different mass indices during gait and standing.This is a randomized, cross-sectional study.One hundred eighty-six between ages of 8 15 years were included. The individuals divided into groups according index (BMI). Plantar distributions examined standing. Surface areas, pressures, forefoot-hindfoot load, surface amounts, angles determined...

Improvements in muscle oxygenation and exercise posture can significantly impact contraction. The aim of this study was to compare the effects combined breathing (sitting or standing) on activity foot ankle during short exercises (SFE) individuals with pes planus.

Background: Single-leg squats are frequently featured in training and rehabilitation programs. The use of focus during exercise changes the state concentration exercise. This causes muscular activity. No study has been found comparing focusing methods’ effectiveness single-leg squat movement. Aim: aims to compare lower extremity activations cases external focus, internal absence focus. Methods: activities (Gluteus Medius, Vastus Lateralis, Medialis, Rectus Femoris, Biceps Semitendinosus)...

This study investigates the impact of abdominal drawing-in maneuver (ADIM) on electromyographic (EMG) activity spinal stabilizing muscles in individuals with non-specific low back pain during three exercises: prone trunk extension, superman, and unstable superman exercises. The research involved 40 participants, mostly female, an average age 21.42&amp;plusmn;1.07 years a Body Mass Index (BMI) 20.65&amp;plusmn;2.08 kg/m2. It focused measuring EMG key exercises performed without ADIM. Findings...

Non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) is a common musculoskeletal issue that can limit function and reduce the patient’s quality of life. Enhancing spinal stabilizer muscle activity through targeted exercises may help improve alignment alleviate NSLBP symptoms. This study aimed to investigate whether incorporating abdominal drawing-in maneuver (ADIM) into selected influences electromyographic (EMG) key extensor muscles. Forty participants with (n = 29 female n 11 male; mean age 21.42 ± 1.07...

Background: The hamstring muscles play a crucial role in posture and movement, with interventions such as stretching myofascial release commonly used to improve flexibility muscle function. Emerging evidence suggests that targeting the hamstrings may influence distant structures like masseter through connections, highlighting need for studies investigating these systemic interactions. Aim: To assess immediate effects of alone or combined on activity, pressure pain threshold, active mouth...

Menstrual health and genital hygiene behavior in patients with cerebral palsy (CP) is underrecognized, undertreated, negatively affects quality of life. The aim this case-control study to compare menstrual behaviors adolescent girls young women CP a healthy control group. Participants were invited via social media tools between August 2021 February 2022. included 74 89 women. status semi-structured questions, symptoms "Menstrual Symptom Questionnaire (MSQ)," "Genital Hygiene Behavior Scale...

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