Epidemiology of scoliosis in cerebral palsy: A population-based study at skeletal maturity.

Aim: This study investigated the prevalence of scoliosis in a large, population-based cohort of individuals with cerebral palsy (CP) at skeletal maturity to identify associated risk factors that may inform scoliosis surveillance.

Methods: Young people with CP born between 1990 and 1992 were reviewed through routine orthopaedic review or a transition clinic. Classification of CP was recorded by movement disorder, distribution, gross and fine motor function.

More than an X-ray: Experiences and perspectives of parents of children with cerebral palsy when engaging in hip surveillance.

Aim: We explored the experiences of parents of children with cerebral palsy (CP) when engaging in hip surveillance for their child and aimed to identify the barriers and facilitators they encounter.

Methods: We conducted a pragmatic qualitative study through five focus groups conducted with 23 parents and primary care givers of young people with cerebral palsy. A semi-structured topic guide was used to facilitate discussion.

Health professionals' experiences and barriers encountered when implementing hip surveillance for children with cerebral palsy.

Aim: This study aimed to explore health professionals' experiences of implementing hip surveillance for young people with cerebral palsy (CP) and to identify any barriers they encounter.

Methods: A cross-sectional web-based survey of health professionals supporting children with CP was conducted. Responses were analysed through mixed methods.

Hip health at skeletal maturity: a population-based study of young adults with cerebral palsy.

Aim: We studied 'hip health' in a population-based cohort of adolescents and young adults with cerebral palsy to investigate associations between hip morphology, pain, and gross motor function.

Method: Ninety-eight young adults (65 males, 33 females) from the birth cohort were identified as having developed hip displacement (migration percentage >30) and were reviewed at a mean age of 18 years 10 months (range 15-24y). Hip morphology was classified using the Melbourne Cerebral Palsy Hip Classification Scale (MCPHCS).

Australian hip surveillance guidelines for children with cerebral palsy: 5-year review.

Aim: To ensure hip surveillance guidelines reflect current evidence of factors influencing hip displacement in children with cerebral palsy (CP).

Method: A three-step review process was undertaken: (1) systematic literature review, (2) analysis of hip surveillance databases, and (3) national survey of orthopaedic surgeons managing hip displacement in children with CP.

Results: Fifteen articles were included in the systematic review.

Efficacy of partial body weight-supported treadmill training compared with overground walking practice for children with cerebral palsy: a randomized controlled trial.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of 9 weeks of twice-weekly partial body weight-supported treadmill training (PBWSTT) for children with cerebral palsy (CP) and moderate to severe walking difficulty compared with overground walking.

Design: Randomized controlled trial.

Setting: Metropolitan Specialist School for children with moderate to severe physical and/or intellectual disabilities.

A systematic review of the effectiveness of treadmill training for children with cerebral palsy.

Purpose: The development of efficient and independent walking is an important therapeutic goal for many children with cerebral palsy (CP). Consequently, there has been growing interest in determining the effects of treadmill training programs for these children.

Method: A systematic review of the literature was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of treadmill training for children with CP.