Physical therapy treatment in children with cerebral palsy after single-event multilevel surgery: a qualitative systematic review. A first step towards a clinical guideline for physical therapy after single-event multilevel surgery

Background: The aim of this study was to review available evidence for physical therapy treatment (PTT) after single-event multilevel surgery (SEMLS), and to realize a first step towards an accurate and clinical guideline for developing effective PTT for children with cerebral palsy (CP) after SEMLS. Methods: A qualitative systematic review (PubMed, Medline, Embase, CINAHL, and the Cochrane Library) investigating a program of PTT after SEMLS in children aged 4–18 years with CP classified by Gross Motor Function Classification System level I–III. Results: Six articles meeting the inclusion criteria were selected. The selected studies provide only incomplete descriptions of interventions, and show no consensus regarding PTT after SEMLS. Neither do they show any consensus on the outcome measures or measuring instruments. Conclusions: Based on the results of this literature review in combination with our best practice, we propose a preliminary protocol of PTT after SEMLS.

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Predictors affecting outcome after single-event multilevel surgery in children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review

Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology ◽

10.1111/dmcn.13981 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 60 (12) ◽

pp. 1201-1208 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Tomos A Edwards ◽

Tim Theologis ◽

James Wright

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Cerebral Palsy ◽

Single Event ◽

Multilevel Surgery ◽

Children With Cerebral Palsy

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Single-event multilevel surgery for children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review

Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology ◽

10.1111/j.1469-8749.2011.04143.x ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 54 (2) ◽

pp. 117-128 ◽

Cited By ~ 108

Author(s):

JENNIFER L MCGINLEY ◽

FIONA DOBSON ◽

REKHA GANESHALINGAM ◽

BENJAMIN J SHORE ◽

ERICH RUTZ ◽

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Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Cerebral Palsy ◽

Single Event ◽

Multilevel Surgery ◽

Children With Cerebral Palsy

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Expectations of Mothers of Children With Cerebral Palsy Regarding Physical Therapy

Journal of Modern Rehabilitation ◽

10.18502/jmr.v14i4.7722 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Sajida Dilawar ◽

Amna Yaseen ◽

Reeta Mahesh ◽

Muhammad Saad Khan

Keyword(s):

Cerebral Palsy ◽

Physical Therapy ◽

Observational Study ◽

Motor Function ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Significant Agreement ◽

Rehabilitation Programs ◽

Children With Cerebral Palsy ◽

Physical Therapy Treatment ◽

Therapy Treatment

Introduction: This study aimed to find out the expectations of mothers of children with cerebral palsy (CP), who are engaged in rehabilitation programs, especially in physical therapy treatment. Materials and Methods: Clinical types and gross motor function levels of the children were documented. A questionnaire consisting of 6 open-ended questions was used to define the expectations and views of the mothers of CP children about the physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs for the children. A total of 100 mothers were interviewed through an observational study with six open-ended questions along with demographic data. Results: There was no significant agreement regarding the applied treatment methods and the appropriateness of the rehabilitation programs. Conclusion: The expectations of mothers of CP children are not as high as they wanted from rehabilitation according to their children’s needs.

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