Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine - Volume 15, issue 1

Authors: Ruhde, Logan | Hulla, Ryan

Article Type: Review Article

Abstract: The purpose of this review is to examine how whole-body vibration can be used as a tool in therapy to help improve common physical weaknesses in balance, bone density, gait, spasticity, and strength experienced by individuals with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is the most common movement disorder in children, and whole-body vibration is quickly becoming a potential therapeutic tool with some advantages compared to traditional therapies for individuals with movement disorders. The advantages of whole-body vibration include less strain and risk of injury, more passive training activity, and reduced time to complete an effective therapeutic session, all of which are …appealing for populations with physiological impairments that cause physical weakness, including individuals with cerebral palsy. This review involves a brief overview of cerebral palsy, whole-body vibration’s influence on physical performance measures, its influence on physical performance in individuals with cerebral palsy, and then discusses the future directions of whole-body vibration therapy in the cerebral palsy population. Show more

Keywords: Cerebral palsy, whole-body vibration, gait, spasticity, strength

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-201508

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 193-210, 2022

Authors: McCall, James V. | Ludovice, Miranda C. | Elliott, Catherine | Kamper, Derek G.

Article Type: Review Article

Abstract: PURPOSE: Hemiplegic cerebral palsy (hCP) typically impacts sensorimotor control of the hand, but comprehensive assessments of the hands of children with hCP are relatively rare. This scoping review summarizes the development of hand function for children with hCP. METHODS: This scoping review focused on the development of hand function in children with hCP. Electronic databases (PubMed, PEDro, Web of Science, CINAHL, and SpringerLink) were searched to identify studies assessing hand function in children with hCP. The search was performed using keywords (e.g., “hemiplegia”). An iterative approach verified by two authors was used to select the studies. …Articles which reported quantitative data for children with hCP on any items of a specified set of hand evaluations were included. Measures were sorted into three categories: quantitative neuromechanics, clinical assessments, and clinical functional evaluations. RESULTS: Initial searches returned 1536 articles, 131 of which were included in the final review. Trends between assessment scores and age were examined for both hands. CONCLUSION: While several studies have evaluated hand function in children with hCP, the majority relied on clinical scales, assessments, or qualitative descriptions. Further assessments of kinematics, kinetics, and muscle activation patterns are needed to identify the underlying impairment mechanisms that should be targeted for treatment. Show more

Keywords: Hand function, assessment methods, hemiplegia, cerebral palsy, upper limb

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-200714

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 211-228, 2022

Authors: Frisina, Cynthia | Thornton, Lisa

Article Type: Other

Abstract: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common motor disability of childhood, but US federal government investment into CP research has historically been under-prioritized and under-funded. This issue was brought to the forefront by the parent advocacy group Reaching for the Stars who partnered with the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine to create a strong parent/professional partnership. This collaboration has resulted in increased awareness and federal commitment to cerebral palsy. This article highlights the important steps and lessons learned in the continuing journey of federal advocacy for CP research.

Keywords: Cerebral palsy, advocacy

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-220023

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 229-235, 2022

Authors: Houtrow, Amy J. | Akamagwuna, Unoma O. | Holman, Lainie | Bosques, Glendaliz

Article Type: Other

Abstract: Academic promotion is desired by many faculty practicing at academic medical institutions, but the criteria for promotion often appear opaque to many physician faculty. In nearly all cases, evidence of scholarship is required regardless of academic track. Academic advancement can be stymied by unclear expectations, lack of protected time to engage in scholarly projects, insufficient evidence of dissemination, and limited guidance, mentorship and sponsorship. In addition to being important for promotion, scholarship is an essential aspect of academic medicine because it helps inform and advance the science. Pursuing academic excellence is an important goal for pediatric rehabilitation medicine faculty members …because it helps advance the care of children with disabilities and the field itself. Pediatric rehabilitation medicine faculty in the clinician educator or clinician leader tracks are encouraged to understand the criteria for advancement, seek out mentorship, scholarize their career ikigai and identify opportunities to demonstrate academic excellence. Show more

Keywords: Clinician educator, advancement, pediatric rehabilitation medicine, career ikigai

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-220033

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 237-247, 2022

Authors: Murphy, Kevin P.

Article Type: Other

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-220009

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 249-251, 2022

Authors: MacCarthy, Matthew

Article Type: Other

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-220029

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 253-254, 2022

Authors: Ridosh, Monique M. | Stiles-Shields, Colleen | Stern, Alexa | Winning, Adrien M. | Anderson, Lara | Sawin, Kathleen J. | Holmbeck, Grayson N.

Article Type: Correction

DOI: 10.3233/PRM-229001

Citation: Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 255-255, 2022