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Examining Gross Motor Progress in Children with Cerebral Palsy Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics published research examining gross motor progress in children with cerebral palsy. The researchers wanted to determine the factors that influence progress. The prospective study was based on 2048 assessments of 442 children (2-12 years old) diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The […]
Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology published research on the relationship between segmental control of the trunk and the corresponding gross motor function in 92 children with cerebral palsy (Gross Motor Function Classification Levels I to V). Each participant was assessed with the Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM), the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), and the […]
Pediatrics published research on the relationship between oropharyngeal dysphagia and gross motor skills in children with cerebral palsy. A cross sectional population based study was done in Queensland with children ages 18-36 months with a confirmed diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Using various assessments for oropharyngeal dysphagia and gross motor skill level the following results were […]
The Journal of Child Neurology published research on the relationship between gross motor function and manual ability in cerebral palsy. Three hundred thirty two (332) Canadian children with cerebral palsy were included in the study. There was moderate overall agreement between the Gross Motor Function Classification System and Manual Ability Classification Scale Levels with a […]
Pediatrics has published clinical growth charts for children with cerebral palsy. Research was conducted using 102,163 measurements of weight from 25,545 children with cerebral palsy in California. The researchers established growth charts for children with cerebral palsy based on Gross Motor Function Classification System level and gender. Overall the research indicated that children with […]
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of permanent disorders of the development affecting movement and muscle tone, with varying impacts on fine motor skills and daily activities. Understanding the association between cerebral palsy and fine motor skills is critical in developing effective treatment and support strategies for affected individuals. If you prefer to listen to […]
Pediatric therapy continues to evolve, embracing strategies that hold the potential to uplift the quality of life of children with cerebral palsy. Swiss Ball Stabilization Training (SBST) is one such strategy, demonstrating substantial improvements in balance, trunk control, and even muscle thickness among children. What does the research show about stability balls and cerebral palsy? […]
When it comes to the physical development of children, understanding the difference between fine and gross motor skills is paramount. These two types of motor skills are the building blocks for many of the abilities a child will develop throughout their early years. Learn more about the differences and how parents and educators can support […]
Did you know that core stability exercises can improve hand functions in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy? Recent research examined the effectiveness of core stability exercises on hand functions in 52 children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (ages 6-8 years old). Methodology The children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy were randomly assigned to two (control and study) […]
Pediatric therapists and parents often work on sit to stand transfers with children who have cerebral palsy. This transition can be difficult for some children but it is so important in terms of independence. When a child can transfer from sit to stand independently, it makes many activities of daily living easier such as mobility, […]
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