Therapeutic Potential of Recreation on Non-Motor Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease: A Literature Review.

Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder of the central nervous system. Non-motor symptoms (NMSs) such as anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, autonomic dysregulation, and sensory impairments are as debilitating as motor symptoms and negatively impact an individual's quality of life. While the majority appear in the prodromal stage, a few NMSs, like anxiety and hallucinations can also occur as a side effect of dopaminergic drugs.

Pilot implementation of rural rehabilitation services, India.

Objective: To implement rehabilitation services in a rural area of Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.

Methods: We piloted a rehabilitation service delivery model through the Mahatma Gandhi Mission Institute of Health Sciences, in five villages. The institute performed participatory rural appraisal and focus group discussions with stakeholders to identify general issues in village life that could affect delivery.

Determinants of hand function in children and adolescent with Down Syndrome-A scoping review.

Background: Down Syndrome (DS) is a genetic condition. Physical characteristics like short stature, hypotonia, small, and thick hands result in decreased grip and pinch strength and quality of fine motor tasks.

Purpose: The purpose of this review is to summarize the evidence of upper extremity physical characteristics and its influence on hand function in DS population.

Exploring spinal muscular atrophy and its impact on functional status: Indian scenario.

The present study aimed to find out the effect of disease-related impairments on functional status in individuals with spinal muscular atrophy and identify perceived barriers to undergo physiotherapy. The cross-sectional observational study was conducted on 90 participants from January to March 2018 using validated patient-reported questionnaire via electronic mail, along with Fatigue Severity Scale and ACTIVLIM. Results revealed that difficulty in sitting was due to scoliosis (36%) and muscle weakness (23%), the latter also contributing toward difficulty in standing and walking (59%).