Publications by authors named "Eleanor Officer"

Background: Early intervention in cerebral palsy could improve motor outcome but is only possible following early identification of those affected. There is a need for training of healthcare professionals (HCPs) in early detection of atypical motor development. We developed a video-based e-learning course - Training in Early Detection for Early Intervention (TEDEI) - to address this need.

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Aim: To determine whether a wrist-worn triaxial accelerometer-based device and software (including smartphone application), incorporating feedback, is feasible, acceptable, and can lead to increased affected upper limb use during everyday activities in children with unilateral cerebral palsy (UCP).

Methods: Mixed methods proof of concept study. Children aged 8-18 years with UCP; age-matched typically developing controls ("Buddies"), therapists.

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