Publications by authors named "G M Saloojee"
Introduction: Caregiver training is a key component of rehabilitation for children with complex lifelong disabilities such as cerebral palsy. However critical shortages of therapists in low- and middle-income countries like Malawi, reduce access to therapy. Introducing expert caregivers to assist with the provision of basic training on the condition for fellow caregivers offers a potential solution.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim: To evaluate the efficacy of the Akwenda Intervention Program on motor, self-care, and social function of children and young people with cerebral palsy (CP).
Method: This was a cluster-randomized, controlled, single-blinded, intervention study of 100 participants with CP (2-23 years; 52 males) in rural eastern Uganda. Half were allocated to the intervention program, the remainder served as waitlist controls.
Article Synopsis
- - The Bobath Clinical Reasoning Framework (BCRF) uses systems science to provide a comprehensive view of childhood disabilities, highlighting the interconnectedness of various factors in conditions like cerebral palsy (CP).
- - BCRF helps clinicians understand how different domains of health affect one another and create tailored intervention plans for individuals with neurological disorders.
- - The framework emphasizes the significance of an individual's context, including family and social environments, to enhance the overall quality of life and participation of those with developmental disorders.