Development of low-cost pressure mapping device to evaluate force distribution for seat cushion modification.

This study aimed to determine the reliability and concurrent validity of a low-cost pressure mapping system (Smart mat) and reference standard pressure mapping (MatScan). Thirty healthy volunteers aged 29.57 ± 4.

Effect of Adaptive Seating Systems on Postural Control and Activity Performance: A Systematic Review.

Purpose: To systematically review the effectiveness of adaptive seating systems on sitting posture, postural control, and seated activity performance in children with cerebral palsy (CP).

Summary Of Key Points: From 5 databases, 3 of 21 (14%) articles were of good quality based on the Downs and Black checklist. Commercial modular contoured seating and paper-based low-cost, and contoured foam seating were effective at improving sitting posture, postural control, and seated activity performance.

Reliability of the Nepali Version of the Spinal Cord Independence Measure Self-Report.

A self-report measure is considered a practical alternative tool for longitudinal monitoring and for community models of disability. Spinal Cord Independence Measure Self-Report (SCIM-SR) was developed to measure the functional independence of the spinal cord injury (SCI) population. For the application of this questionnaire in Nepali setting, the cross-cultural adaptation and reliability of the Nepali version of the SCIM-SR were also warranted.

Multidimensional Effects of Solid and Hinged Ankle-Foot Orthosis in Children With Cerebral Palsy.

Purpose: To compare the effect of solid (SAFO) and hinged (HAFO) ankle-foot orthoses in children with cerebral palsy spastic diplegia and true equinus and jump gait.

Methods: Participants were 26 children (13 wore SAFO and 13 wore HAFO) aged 4 to 14 years classified as Gross Motor Function Classification System levels I to III. Children were tested on standardized measures of body structure and function, activity, and participation.

Evaluation of the multidimensional effects of adaptive seating interventions for young children with non-ambulatory cerebral palsy.

Purpose: To investigate the short-term effectiveness of the first adaptive seating system received by children with non-ambulatory cerebral palsy (CP) who are classified as level IV or V according to the Gross Motor Function Classification System.

Materials And Methods: A trained clinical assessor examined 20 children with non-ambulatory CP (mean age: 4.5 years) for their trunk control ability in static, active, and reactive tasks using the Segmental Assessment of Trunk Control.

Are physical therapists in Viet Nam ready to implement evidence-based practice? A survey.

Background: Evidence-based practice (EBP) enhances healthcare services and keeps providers current with best practices. EBP has been adopted and spread worldwide. However, people will not apply it if they do not know, understand, or believe it.

Comparison of body segmental kinematic characteristics between children with cerebral palsy performing sit-to-stand with and without a walker.

The study investigated how the subjects, 18 children with spastic diplegia aged 7-14 years, attained sit-to-stand (STS). The children were divided into two groups and three STS conditions: 1) those who could attain STS independently (I-STS), 2) those who could not attain STS independently (D-STS), and 3) subjects from the D-STS condition who could successfully attain STS with the walker (W-STS). The results showed that I-STS had more mean maximum horizontal location of the upper body and knee than the hip.

Comparison between utility of the Thai Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory 4.0 Generic Core Scales and 3.0 Cerebral Palsy Module.

Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is increasingly being considered in the management of patients with various conditions. HRQOL instruments can be broadly classified as generic or disease-specific measures. Several generic HRQOL instruments in different languages have been developed for paediatric populations including the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory 4.

Feasibility, reliability and validity of the Thai version of the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory 3.0 cerebral palsy module.

Background: Quality of Life (QOL) and Health-related Quality of Life (HRQOL) are now considered as necessary outcome measures for children with cerebral palsy (CP). Various reliable and valid condition-specific HRQOL tools are available for these children. One of these is Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) 3.

Identifying assessment measures and interventions reported for Thai children with cerebral palsy using the ICF-CY framework.

Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common disability in childhood. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) provides a standard framework for classifying performance in people with disability, including children with CP. Linking measures actually reported with the ICF classification promotes best practice, especially pertinent in developing countries such as Thailand.