scholarly journals An evaluation of psychometric properties of caregiver burden outcome measures used in caregivers of children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review protocol

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jermaine M. Dambi ◽  
Jennifer Jelsma ◽  
Tecla Mlambo ◽  
Matthew Chiwaridzo ◽  
Nyaradzai Dangarembizi-Munambah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Caregiver Burden ◽  
Systematic Review Protocol ◽  
Children With Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Review Protocol

scholarly journals Acupuncture for Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review Protocol

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. e2
Author(s):  
Taipin Guo ◽  
Bowen Zhu ◽  
Qian Zhang ◽  
Yejiao Yang ◽  
Qi He ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Systematic Review Protocol ◽  
Children With Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Review Protocol

scholarly journals How does the intensity of physical therapy affect the Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM-66) total score in children with cerebral palsy? A systematic review protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. e036630
Author(s):  
Mary Rahlin ◽  
Burris Duncan ◽  
Carol L Howe ◽  
Heidi L Pottinger
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Motor Function ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Systematic Review Protocol ◽  
Gross Motor ◽  
Gross Motor Function ◽  
Gross Motor Function Measure ◽  
Children With Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Function Measure

IntroductionIntensive physical therapy (PT) interventions administered to children with cerebral palsy (CP) have received a significant amount of attention in published literature. However, there is considerable variability in therapy intensity among studies and notable lack of information on optimal intervention dosing. This makes it difficult for clinicians to use evidence to inform practice. Many studies use the Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM-66) to assess functional progress in children with CP. The purpose of this systematic review will be to identify the GMFM-66 change score reported in published studies, with outcomes based on intervention intensity. Whether the type of PT intervention, child’s age, and Gross Motor Function Classification System level influence the GMFM-66 scores will be also assessed.Methods and analysisThis systematic review protocol was developed based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocols (PRISMA-P) 2015 checklist. In March 2018, nine databases (PubMed, Ovid MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, ClinicalTrials.gov, and REHABDATA) were searched for controlled clinical trials and single-subject design studies of PT interventions of any kind and intensity that used the GMFM-66 as an outcome measure for children with CP, age up to 18 years. Two authors independently reviewed the titles and abstracts and arrived at consensus on paper selection for a full-text review. The same process was used for a full-text article screening based on further detailed inclusion criteria, with a final selection made for those suitable for data extraction. Prior to commencement of data extraction, all searches will be updated, and new results re-screened.Ethics and disseminationThis study will involve a systematic review of published articles and no primary data collection. Therefore, no ethical approval will be necessary. Results will be disseminated in a peer-reviewed publication and presented at scientific conferences.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42020147669

scholarly journals Feasibility and effectiveness of home-based therapy programmes for children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. e035454
Author(s):  
Laura W M E Beckers ◽  
Mellanie M E Geijen ◽  
Jos Kleijnen ◽  
Eugene A A Rameckers ◽  
Marlous L A P Schnackers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Study Patient ◽  
Publication Date ◽  
Large Variability ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Children With Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Home Based Therapy

ObjectiveTo assess the feasibility and effectiveness of home-based occupational therapy and physiotherapy programmes in children with cerebral palsy (CP), focusing on the upper extremity and reporting on child-related and/or parent-related outcomes.DesignSystematic review.Data sourcesElectronic searches were performed in MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, OTseeker and PEDro, and in ICTRP and CENTRAL trial registers, from inception to 6 June 2019.Eligible criteriaThe review included all types of original studies concerning feasibility or effectiveness of home-based therapy in children aged <18 years with any type of CP. No language, publication status or publication date restrictions were applied.Data extraction and synthesisStudy and intervention characteristics and the demographics of participating children and their parents were extracted. Feasibility was assessed by outcomes related to acceptability, demand, implementation, practicality, adaptation, expansion or integration. Regarding effectiveness, child-related outcome measures related to any level of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health, or parent-related outcomes were investigated. Two authors independently extracted the data. Risk of bias was assessed using the Downs and Black checklist and the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist.ResultsThe search resulted in a total of 92 records: 61 studies and 31 conference abstracts. Feasibility studies reported mainly on acceptability and implementation. Overall compliance to home-based training programmes (implementation) was moderate to high, ranging from 56% to 99%. In the effectiveness studies, >40 different child-related outcome measures were found. Overall, an improvement in arm-hand performance within group across time was shown. Only two studies reported on a parent-related outcome measure. No increase in parental stress was found during the intervention.ConclusionsBased on the results of the included studies, home-based training programmes seem to be feasible. However, conclusions about the effectiveness of home programmes cannot be made due to the large variability in the study, patient and intervention characteristics, comparators, and outcome measures used in the included studies.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42016043743.

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