Article
Behavioral Sciences
Wenjie He, Yuan Huang, Lu He, Liru Liu, Peishan Zeng, Huiying Qiu, Xiaoyue Wang, Hongyu Zhou, Zhaofang Chen, Yi Xu, Jingyi Zhao, Wenda Wang, Hongmei Tang, Kaishou Xu
Summary: This study found that a single session of anodal tDCS is safe and effective in improving hand function in preschool children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. However, it did not show significant improvement in selective control of both hands, dexterity of the non-hemiplegic hand, and upper limb movement ability in the hemiplegic side.
FRONTIERS IN BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jessica Verzelloni, Antonino Errante, Laura Beccani, Mariacristina Filippi, Barbara Bressi, Silvio Cavuto, Settimio Ziccarelli, Francesca Bozzetti, Stefania Costi, Elena Pineschi, Leonardo Fogassi, Adriano Ferrari
Summary: AOT is an innovative therapeutic approach involving observation of actions followed by repetition, which has been shown to improve upper limb function in children with UCP. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of AOT based on pathological models versus healthy models in the functional rehabilitation of affected upper limbs in children with UCP. The trial protocol has been approved by the ethics committee, and results will be submitted for publication and dissemination at conferences.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Ilaria Bonemazzi, Francesco Brunello, Jacopo Norberto Pin, Mattia Pecoraro, Stefano Sartori, Margherita Nosadini, Irene Toldo
Summary: This review focuses on the characteristics of pediatric hemiplegic migraine (HM). It was found that unlike in adults, both genders are equally affected by pediatric HM. Early transient neurological symptoms such as prolonged aphasia during a febrile episode, isolated seizures, transient hemiparesis, and prolonged clumsiness after minor head trauma can precede HM in children. The prevalence of non-motor auras among children is lower compared to adults. Further studies are needed to better understand the clinical phenotype and natural history of pediatric HM and to refine genotype-phenotype correlations.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Catherine V. M. Steinbusch, Anke Defesche, Bertie van der Leij, Eugene A. A. Rameckers, Annemarie C. S. Knijnenburg, Jeroen R. J. Vermeulen, Yvonne J. M. Janssen-Potten
Summary: A study found that intensive bimanual training can not only improve motor abilities but also sensory impairments in children with unilateral spastic CP. Through 80-90 hours of intensive functional training, the somatosensory function of the more affected hand can be improved, leading to better coordination in daily activities.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Wardah Hussain Malick, Rizwana Butt, Waqar Ahmed Awan, Muhammad Ashfaq, Qamar Mahmood
Summary: The study found that augmented reality interventions were effective in improving the upper extremity function and balance in children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy. The Balance It game showed more promising results in improving balance compared to the other games, but there was no significant difference in terms of upper extremity function among the three AR games.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Pediatrics
James McCall, Miranda C. Ludovice, Catherine Elliott, Derek G. Kamper
Summary: This scoping review provides a summary of the development of hand function in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (hCP). Although several studies have assessed hand function in this population, most rely on clinical scales or qualitative descriptions. Further research is needed to identify the underlying impairment mechanisms and improve treatment.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Valeria Dipasquale, Ugo Cucinotta, Angela Alibrandi, Francesca Lagana, Vincenzo Ramistella, Claudio Romano
Summary: Tube feeding is an important treatment for children with neurological disabilities, improving their nutrition and feeding disorders. This study evaluated the outcomes of tube feeding in these children, showing improvements in weight, symptoms, and complications.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Pei-Chun Yeh, Ching-Hsuan Chen, Chen-Sheng Chen
Summary: Individuals with cervical spinal cord injury (C-SCI) often use a tenodesis grip to compensate for hand function deficits. In this study, a 3D-printed wrist-driven orthosis with a triple four-bar linkage was developed to improve gripping effect. The device was found to improve pinch strength and hand dexterity in individuals with C-SCI but did not improve self-care ability. Further research is needed to evaluate the usability of the device in daily life.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON NEURAL SYSTEMS AND REHABILITATION ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Florence Riant, Caroline Roos, Agathe Roubertie, Cecile Barbance, Jessica Hadjadj, Stephane Auvin, Guillaume Baille, Marion Beltramone, Cecile Boulanger, Alice Cahn, Florina Cata, Emmanuel Cheuret, Jean-Christophe Cuvellier, Antoine Defo, Genevieve Demarquay, Anne Donnet, Nicolas Gaillard, Evelyne Massardier, Nathalie Guy, Sylvie Lamoureux, Laurence Le Moigno, Christian Lucas, Diana Ratiu, Sylvain Redon, Caroline Rey, Christel Thauvin, Francois Viallet, Elisabeth Tournier-Lasserve, Anne Ducros
Summary: The study identified PRRT2 as the fourth autosomal dominant gene for hemiplegic migraine and highlighted the wide range of neurologic phenotypes that can be caused by the same loss-of-function PRRT2 variations, including paroxysmal movement disorder, epilepsy, learning disabilities, sleep disorder, and hemiplegic migraine. Further research is needed to better understand the role of PRRT2 in these conditions.
Article
Orthopedics
Yuanyuan Wang, Sultana Monira Hussain, Desmond Gan, Yuan Z. Lim, Mahnuma Mahfuz Estee, Stephane Heritier, Anita E. Wluka, Flavia M. Cicuttini
Summary: This study aims to determine whether topical corticosteroid can reduce pain in patients with hand osteoarthritis over a 6-week period. The results will provide high-quality evidence to inform clinical practice guidelines and reduce the burden of this disabling disease.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sara Yousef Elsebahy, Yomna Farag Ahmed, Abdelaziz Ali Sherief
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of cognitive therapy with the rehacom visual-motor module on hand function in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. The results showed that the addition of the visual-motor integration programme by the rehacom system was more effective in improving grasping, visual-motor integration, and fine motor skills compared to routine physiotherapy training alone.
JOURNAL OF THE PAKISTAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Gunvor L. Klevberg, Reidun Jahnsen, Sonja Elkjaer, Manuela Zucknick
Summary: The study revealed that the development of hand use during bimanual activities among children with unilateral cerebral palsy is influenced by Manual Ability Classification System (MACS) levels and performance at the first assessment. Most children reached a steady performance limit before the age of 6, with differences in the age at which children in different MACS levels reach their limit.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Takeshi Saito, Toshiyuki Ishioka, Sho Yoshimura, Toyohiro Hamaguchi
Summary: The study utilized a kinematic analysis system called Fahrenheit to assess hand motor function in CeVD/stroke patients, demonstrating a high predictability comparable to therapists' assessments.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Simone A. Bueno, Marisa C. Mancini, Rachel H. S. Oliveira, Marina J. Airoldi, Beatriz S. Vieira, Andrew M. Gordon, Marina B. Branda
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the factors that interfere with hand use during bimanual activities in children and adolescents with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy. The results showed that assistance in bimanual activities and the classification of manual ability significantly influenced the efficacy, time, and feeling of being bothered. These findings are important for developing intervention strategies to promote the performance of bimanual activities in the daily routine of individuals with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Gregory A. Sgueglia, Ahmed Hassan, Stefan Harb, Tom J. Ford, Leonidas Koliastasis, Anastasios Milkas, Dimitri M. Zappi, Andres Navarro Lecaro, Eugenio Ionescu, Stephen Rankin, Christian F. Said, Bibi Kuiper, Ferdinand Kiemeneij
Summary: This study comprehensively evaluated hand function in patients undergoing distal radial access (DRA) and found that DRA was not associated with hand function impairment. DRA emerges as a safe alternative vascular access.
JACC-CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTIONS
(2022)
