Comparison of Postural Control of Children with down Syndrome and Those with other Forms of Mental Retardation

1997 ◽  
Vol 84 (2) ◽  
pp. 499-504 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mitsuru Kokubun ◽  
Takashi Shinmyo ◽  
Mizue Ogita ◽  
Keiichi Morita ◽  
Masaki Furuta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Mental Retardation ◽  
Postural Control ◽  
Foot Pressure ◽  
Children With Down Syndrome ◽  
Center Of Foot Pressure ◽  
The Mean

To confirm the 1994 findings of Okuzumi, Haishi, and Kokubun, the displacement of the center of foot pressure, one-foot balance and bead sway were measured in children with Down syndrome ( n = 11) compared to those with other types of mental retardation ( n = 17). The magnitudes of the displacement of the center of foot pressure and head sway were not significantly different between the Down group and other forms of mental retardation, whereas the performance of one-foot balance was significantly lower in the Down group. The mean frequencies of sway waves were generally higher in the Down group, and the differences between the two groups were significant except for sagittal head sway. The results generally supported the prior findings. We proposed that it was not the magnitude of the displacement of the center of foot pressure but rather the manner of the whole body's sway which might be related to postural control.

scholarly journals Serum S100B and intelligence in children with Down syndrome

2019 ◽  
Vol 59 (3) ◽  
pp. 125-9
Author(s):  
Nurul Noviarisa ◽  
Eva Chundrayetti ◽  
Gustina Lubis
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Mental Retardation ◽  
Chromosome Analysis ◽  
Chromosome 21 ◽  
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay ◽  
Severe Mental Retardation ◽  
Mild Mental Retardation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Children With Down Syndrome ◽  
The Mean

Background Down syndrome is characterized by physical and mental retardation and caused by chromosome 21 (Hsa21) abnormalities. The S100B is a protein that is overproduced in Down syndrome due to overexpression of chromosome 21 genes. Comorbidities caused by S100B in Down syndrome are cognitive deterioration and early onset of dementia. Objective To assess for a possible association between S100B protein and intelligence levels in children with Down syndrome. Method This cross-sectional study included students in a special needs school in Padang, West Sumatera, who had the characteristic clinical features of Down syndrome and trisomy 21 by chromosome analysis. Examination of S100B levels was carried out using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method. Intelligence quotient (IQ) was measured using the 4th edition of the Wechlser Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-IV) method. Results A total of 39 children with Down syndrome participated in the study. There were 25 children with mild mental retardation and 15 children with moderate-severe mental retardation. The mean S100B levels were not significantly different between groups [479.1 (SD 204) pg/mL in the mild mental retardation group and 458.7 (SD 158) pg/mL in the moderate-severe mental retardation group; P > 0.05]. The mean S100B level was significantly higher in subjects aged ≤ 10 years than in those aged > 10 years [566.9 (SD 210.0) pg/mL and 434.4 (SD 167.2) pg/mL, respectively (P<0.05)]. Conclusion There is no association between S100B and intelligence levels in children with Down syndrome. There is a significant association between higher S100B levels and younger age in children with Down syndrome.

Quantitative analysis of static equilibrium in women after mastectomy

2014 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-87
Author(s):  
Maciej Rachwał ◽  
Justyna Drzał-Grabiec ◽  
Katarzyna Walicka-Cupryś ◽  
Aleksandra Truszczyńska
Keyword(s):  
Mean Amplitude ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Foot Pressure ◽  
Locomotor System ◽  
Center Of Foot Pressure ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Posture Stability ◽  
Mastectomy Group ◽  
Better Than

Abstract Background: The post-mastectomy changes to the locomotor system are related to the scar and adhesion or to the lymphatic edema after amputation which, in turn, lead to local and global distraction of the work of the muscles. These changes lead to body statics disturbance that changes the projection of the center of gravity and worsens motor response due to changing of the muscle sensitivity. Objective: The aim of the study was to evaluate the static balance of women after undergoing mastectomy. Methods: The study included 150 women, including 75 who underwent mastectomy (mean age: 60±7.6) years, mean body mass index (BMI): 26 (±3.6) kg/m2) and 75 who were placed in the control group with matched age and BMI. The study was conducted using a tensometric platform. Results: Statistically significant differences were found for almost all parameters between the post-mastectomy group and group of healthy women, regarding center of foot pressure (COP) path length in the Y and X axes and the mean amplitude of COP. Conclusions: First, the findings revealed that balance in post-mastectomy women is significantly better than in the control group. Second, physiotherapeutic treatment of post-mastectomy women may have improved their posture stability compared with their peers.

scholarly journals KOMUNIKASI ORANGTUA UNTUK ANAK PENDERITA DOWN SYNDROME

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-33
Author(s):  
Isnawijayani Isnawijayani
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Mental Retardation ◽  
Deviant Behavior ◽  
Normal Person ◽  
Children With Down Syndrome ◽  
Daily Life Activities ◽  
The Family ◽  
Areas Of Interest ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Syndrome Child

The purpose of this study illustrate the Children who are born with disabilities or mental retardation. Has characteristics that are easily recognizable as mental retardation (mental obstacles), visual impairment (visual barriers), hearing impairment (hearing barriers), physical impairment (disability). Seen as a useless person. Not many people know that they can also be self-sufficient and achievement. Communication with parents to see children with Down Syndrome. With descriptive qualitative methods, this study using the Theory of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) on Ivar O.Lavass to change deviant behavior to control the behavior of children with Down syndrome. organize a matter of habit and teaching capabilities required to accept the way of communication and behavior in the family. The author has observed a child with Down syndrome by interviewing parents plus a look at the achievements that can be achieved Down syndrome children. It turned out that the success of Down syndrome children participate in daily life activities, introduced like a normal person, respond to and appreciated. Communication with mercy and patience and practice areas of interest, can make a Down syndrome child independently, achieving even be the name of the nation. Tujuan penelitian ini menggambarkan Anak yang dilahirkan dengan berkebutuhan khusus atau down syndrome. Memilik karakteristik yang mudah dikenali dengan sebutan tunagrahita (hambatan mental), tunanetra (hambatan penglihatan), tunarungu (hambatan pendengaran), tunadaksa (cacat tubuh). Dipandang sebagai orang yang tidak berguna. Belum banyak yang mengetahui bahwa mereka ini juga dapat mandiri dan berprestasi. Dengan melihat Komunikasi orangtua terhadap anak penderita down Syndrom. Dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif, penelitian ini menggunakan Teori Applied BehaviourAnalysis (ABA) dari Ivar O.Lavass yangdapat mengubah perilaku menyimpang untuk mengontrol perilaku anak down syndrome. mengatur masalah kebiasaan dan mengajarkan kemampuan yang diperlukan dengan menerima cara komunikasi dan perilaku dalam keluarganya. Penulis mengamati seorang anak down syndrome dengan mewawancarai orangtuanya ditambah dengan melihat prestasi-prestasi yang dapat diraih anak-anak down syndrom. Ternyata keberhasilan anak down syndrome kesehariannya diikutsertakan dalam aktivitas kehidupan, dikenalkan layaknya orang normal, direspon dan dihargai. Dengan komunikasi kasihsayang dan kesabaran serta latihan bidang yang diminati, dapat menjadikan anak down syndrome mandiri, berprestasi bahkan dapat mengharumkan nama bangsa

scholarly journals TRADISI TAHLIL SEBAGAI TRADISI KULTURAL FENOMENA KEBERTERIMAAN TAHLIL DALAM MASYARAKAT MULTIKULTURAL

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-72
Author(s):  
Rudy Kurniawan
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Mental Retardation ◽  
Visual Impairment ◽  
Hearing Impairment ◽  
Deviant Behavior ◽  
Normal Person ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Children With Down Syndrome ◽  
Areas Of Interest ◽  
And Behavior

The purpose of this study describes children born with special needs or Down syndrome. Having characteristics that are easily recognized as mental retardation (mental retardation), visual impairment (visual impairment), hearing impairment (hearing impairment), hearing impairment (disability). Seen as a useless person. Not many people know that they can also be independent and excel. By looking at the communication of parents of children with Down syndrome. With a qualitative descriptive method, this study uses the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Theory from Ivar O. Lavav which can change deviant behavior to control the behavior of children with Down syndrome. manage habitual problems and teach the skills needed by accepting communication and behavior in the family. The author observes a child with Down syndrome by interviewing his parents coupled with seeing the achievements that can be achieved by children with Down Syndrome. It turns out that the success of a child with Down syndrome in their daily lives is included in life activities, is introduced like a normal person, is responded to and respected. With love and patience communication and training in areas of interest, can make children with Down syndrome independent, achievers and can even make the nation proud. Tujuan penelitian ini menggambarkan Anak yang dilahirkan dengan berkebutuhan khusus atau down syndrome. Memilik karakteristik yang mudah dikenali dengan sebutan tunagrahita (hambatan mental), tunanetra (hambatan penglihatan), tunarungu (hambatan pendengaran), tunadaksa (cacat tubuh). Dipandang sebagai orang yang tidak berguna. Belum banyak yang mengetahui bahwa mereka ini juga dapat mandiri dan berprestasi. Dengan melihat Komunikasi orangtua terhadap anak penderita down Syndrom. Dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif, penelitian ini menggunakan Teori Applied BehaviourAnalysis (ABA) dari Ivar O.Lavass yangdapat mengubah perilaku menyimpang untuk mengontrol perilaku anak down syndrome. mengatur masalah kebiasaan dan mengajarkan kemampuan yang diperlukan dengan menerima cara komunikasi dan perilaku dalam keluarganya. Penulis mengamati seorang anak down syndrome dengan mewawancarai orangtuanya ditambah dengan melihat prestasi-prestasi yang dapat diraih anak-anak down syndrom. Ternyata keberhasilan anak down syndrome kesehariannya diikutsertakan dalam aktivitas kehidupan, dikenalkan layaknya orang normal, direspon dan dihargai. Dengan komunikasi kasihsayang dan kesabaran serta latihan bidang yang diminati, dapat menjadikan anak down syndrome mandiri, berprestasi bahkan dapat mengharumkan nama bangsa

scholarly journals Trends in the Analysis of Static Balance

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vilma Juodžbalienė ◽  
Kazimieras Muckus
Keyword(s):  
Postural Control ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Quiet Standing ◽  
Static Balance ◽  
Foot Pressure ◽  
Postural Control System ◽  
Balance Disorders ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
Center Of Foot Pressure ◽  
Anterior Posterior

The aim of the paper was to discuss the trends in the analysis of static balance and relation between physiological parameters and characteristics of posturograms. Static balance is ability to keep steady posture in certain stance [2, 3]. Posturography is one of most popular research methods of static balance [10, 11]. During the last decade it was maintained that the most informative dependent variables defining postural stability were the amplitude of the center of foot pressure (COP) sway in anterior-posterior and mediolateral directions, the length of the COP pathway and the area of the COP sway [9, 15]. The output of the posturograms registered during quiet standing is irregular and erratic [14]. Therefore, methods analyzing the structure of the posturograms are very topical for physiology and Rehabilitation science. The scientists attempt to determine certain noise and oscillation patterns in the posturogram [20]. According to researchers [14], the structure and roughness or smoothness of the posturogram could reflect the changes in postural control system. It is still questionable which of the methods analyzing the posturogram outcomes could be the most informative and useful for the diagnostics of postural control disorders. It is important to be able to repeat the scientific study, but it is still complicated to solve tasks related to postural control disorders diagnostics and the evaluation of the treatment means effectiveness. It is important to define the relation between physiological parameters and characteristics of posturograms in order to apply the posturography for balance disorders diagnostics. We suppose that methods of posturogram structure analysis could improve the differential balance disorders diagnostics essentially.Keywords: static balance, static posturography, center of foot pressure.

scholarly journals Effects of Limb Dominance on Postural Balance in Sportsmen Practicing Symmetric and Asymmetric Sports: A Pilot Study

Symmetry ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 2199
Author(s):  
Mohamed Abdelhafid Kadri ◽  
Frédéric Noé ◽  
Julien Maitre ◽  
Nicola Maffulli ◽  
Thierry Paillard
Keyword(s):  
Postural Control ◽  
Physiological State ◽  
Frontal Plane ◽  
Relative Increase ◽  
Foot Pressure ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Center Of Foot Pressure ◽  
Fatiguing Exercise ◽  
Spatio Temporal ◽  
The Difference

The current literature shows no consensus regarding the difference between the dominant leg (D-Leg) and the non-dominant leg (ND-Leg) in terms of postural control. This lack of consensus could stem from motor experience (i.e., symmetric or asymmetric motricity) and/or the physiological state induced by physical exercise. This study aimed to investigate the acute effects of fatiguing exercise on postural control when standing on the D-Leg and the ND-Leg, in athletes practicing symmetric (SYM) and asymmetric (ASYM) sports. Thirty healthy male participants were recruited and divided into two groups, (SYM n = 15) and (ASYM n = 15, on the basis of the motricity induced by the sport they practice. Monopedal postural control was assessed for the D-Leg and the ND-Leg before and after the fatigue period (which consisted of repeating squats until exhaustion). A force platform was used to calculate the spatio-temporal characteristics of the displacements of the center of foot pressure (COP). A significant fatigue effect was observed in both groups on the D-Leg and the ND-Leg for all the COP parameters. There was a tendency (p = 0.06) between the ASYM and SYM groups on the D-Leg, concerning the relative increase in the COP velocity in the frontal plane after the fatigue period. The fatigue condition disturbed postural control in both the SYM and ASYM groups on the D-Leg and ND-Leg. This disturbing effect related to fatigue tends to be more marked in athletes practicing asymmetric sports than in athletes practicing symmetric sports on the D-Leg.

Assessment of Static Postural Control in Teenagers with Down Syndrome

2001 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 417-433 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicolas Vuillerme ◽  
Ludovic Marin ◽  
Bettina Debû
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Visual Information ◽  
Cognitive Resources ◽  
Group Comparison ◽  
Postural Perturbation ◽  
Foot Pressure ◽  
Sensory Inputs ◽  
Stance Control ◽  
Abrupt Changes ◽  
Center Of Foot Pressure

This study evaluated stance control in 24 teenagers with and without Down syndrome (DS) by (a) assessing center of foot pressure variables under different conditions of availability of visual and somatosensory inputs and (b) analyzing postural perturbation and adaptation following abrupt changes in visual information. Results showed no gender-related differences in either group. Group comparison revealed similar strategies in adolescents with and without DS, although quantitative differences may exist in the ability to integrate sensory inputs to control stance. Adaptation to changing environmental conditions varied greatly from one individual to another in the two groups. Finally, comparison of the two experiments suggests that the increased postural oscillations reported for the sample with DS on long lasting recordings could be related to insufficient allocation of cognitive resources in stable environments.

scholarly journals Immunoglobulin G1 and G2 profile in children with Down syndrome

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Supti Prava Saha ◽  
Monsura Khan ◽  
Ashesh Kumar Chowdhury
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Recurrent Infection ◽  
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay ◽  
Healthy Children ◽  
Normal Children ◽  
Children With Down Syndrome ◽  
Healthy Control ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Two Age Groups

Background and objectives: It is well known that children with Down syndrome (DS) suffer from frequent infections. There is an association of certain IgG subclass abnormalities with the predisposition to recurrent infection of the respiratory tract. Therefore, the study was conducted to determine the immunoglobulin G1 and G2 (IgG1, IgG2) profile in children with DS.Material and methods: Forty children between the ages of 6 months to 12 years with DS (47 XX/XY, +21) attending the Department of Immunology, BIRDEM were enrolled in the study. Age and sex matched 30 healthy normal children with 46 XX/XY were included as control. Enrolled DS and healthy children were divided into two age groups namely 6 months to 6 years and 7 years to 12 years. Serum IgG1 and IgG2 concentrations were determined by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method.Results: The mean serum IgG1 concentrations of children with DS in both age groups did not differ significantly from that of normal healthy children. But the IgG2 level was significantly less (p<0.003 and p<0.004) in both age groups of children with DS compared to that of control healthy children.Conclusion: The study has demonstrated that the serum IgG2 level was significantly less in children with DS than that of matched normal healthy control children while there was no deficiency of IgG1.IMC J Med Sci 2017; 11(1): 1-4

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