Posted on September 30th 2010
Conclusions: These results suggest that thyroxine supplementation for transient hypothyroxinemia of prematurity may reduce the incidence of CP in extremely preterm infants. Largeâscale randomized controlled trials are essential to determine the effects of thyroxine supplementation in reducing the incidence of CP among extremely preterm infants. (Source: Pediatrics International)
Posted on September 30th 2010
Conclusions: The FCU to ECRB tendon transfer remains a viable option to address the wrist flexion deformity seen in patients with CP. Care should be taken when performing this tendon transfer in patients less than 13 years of age because they may develop a postoperative deformity, commonly an extension deformity. We believe that these deformities develop when the patient enters a growth spurt and the transferred muscle-tendon unit does not lengthen at the same rate as the involved upper extremity.Type of study/level of evidence: Therapeutic IV. (Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery)
Posted on September 30th 2010
This study explored the perspectives of children with disabilities regarding the concept of inclusion in physical activity. Participants were children (two girls, nine boys, Mage = 10 years, five months, age range: 8-12 years) with disabilities, including cerebral palsy, fine and gross motor delays, developmental coordination disorder, muscular dystrophy, nemaline myopathy, brachial plexus injury, and severe asthma. Children's perspectives on inclusion in physical activity (e.g., sports, games, and play) were explored through semistructured interviews. Interviews were digitally audio taped and transcribed verbatim. Data were analyzed through content analysis. Three themes emerged from the data: gaining entry to play, feeling like a legitimate participant, and having friends. These themes w...
Posted on September 30th 2010
Authors: Chang FM, Rhodes JT, Flynn KM, Carollo JJ
Individuals with cerebral palsy (CP) cannot take a normal activity like walking for granted. CP is the most common pediatric neurologic disorder, with an incidence of 3.6 per 1000 live births. The current trend in the treatment of individuals with CP is to perform a thorough evaluation including a complete patient history from birth to present, a comprehensive physical examination, appropriate radiographs, consultation with other medical specialists, and analysis of gait.
PMID: 20868880 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: The Orthopedic Clinics of North America)
Posted on September 30th 2010
This article reviews hypertonia and provides information on discriminating between spasticity, dystonia, and rigidity. Medication and neurosurgical options for the management of hypertonia are presented and compared.
PMID: 20868881 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: The Orthopedic Clinics of North America)
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