Functional Approach in Spino-cerebellar Ataxia-Occupational Therapy Perspective

Sawant, Parag; Gokhale, Preetee

doi:10.5958/0973-5674.2015.00176.8

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“…Seven quantitative studies were graded level II (RCTs) according to NHMRC levels of evidence 30 40–45. The remaining studies were graded III-1 (one study),46 III-2 (three studies),47–49 III-3 (one study)50 and IV (16 studies) 51–66. The qualitative study was graded level 337 and the expert opinion excerpt was graded level 51 in accordance with the JBI Levels of Evidence for Meaningfulness 36.…”

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“…MMAT scores for methodological quality are provided in table 4. Quality scores ranged as follows *(n=1),48 **(n=6),41 43 51 54 58 64 ***(n=10)30 37 44 45 49 50 53 57 63 66 and ****(n=12) 40 42 46 47 52 55 56 59–62 65. The expert opinion excerpt was not scored 1…”

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“…Of the 27 experimental studies, 12 were conducted under supervision of a health professional in the outpatient setting,40 46–49 52 56 59 60 62 63 two of which included an additional unsupervised home programme 52 63. In the remaining 15 studies, participants self-administered medications in their homes 30 42–45 49–51 53 54 64 65.…”

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“…Thirteen studies discussed interventions which aligned with ‘exercising your body’ 1 40 46–48 52 56–60 62 63. Exercise in general was reported to be beneficial in one study 1.…”

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“…Two studies investigated task-specific training through ADL training alone52 or in combination with strength, balance, coordination, walking and cycling training 63. ADL training alone significantly improved depression scores,52 but when combined with other task-specific training, balance and function also improved significantly after 12 weeks 63…”

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What is the best way to keep walking and moving around for individuals with Machado-Joseph disease? A scoping review through the lens of Aboriginal families with Machado-Joseph disease in the Top End of Australia

Carr

Lalara²,

Lalara³

et al. 2019

BMJ Open

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ObjectivesMachado-Joseph disease (MJD) is the most common spinocerebellar ataxia worldwide. Prevalence is highest in affected remote Aboriginal communities of the Top End of Australia. Aboriginal families with MJD from Groote Eylandt believe ‘staying strong on the inside and outside’ works best to keep them walking and moving around, in accordance with six key domains that form the ‘Staying Strong’ Framework. The aim of this current study was to review the literature to: (1) map the range of interventions/strategies that have been explored to promote walking and moving around (functional mobility) for individuals with MJD and; (2) align these interventions to the ‘Staying Strong’ Framework described by Aboriginal families with MJD.DesignScoping review.Data sourcesSearches were conducted in July 2018 in MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PsychINFO and Cochrane Databases.Eligibility criteria for selecting studiesPeer-reviewed studies that (1) included adolescents/adults with MJD, (2) explored the effects of any intervention on mobility and (3) included a measure of mobility, function and/or ataxia were included in the review.ResultsThirty studies were included. Few studies involved participants with MJD alone (12/30). Most studies explored interventions that aligned with two ‘Staying Strong’ Framework domains, ‘exercising your body’ (n=13) and ‘searching for good medicine’ (n=17). Few studies aligned with the domains having ‘something important to do’ (n=2) or ‘keeping yourself happy’ (n=2). No studies aligned with the domains ‘going country’ or ‘families helping each other’.ConclusionsEvidence for interventions to promote mobility that align with the ‘Staying Strong’ Framework were focused on staying strong on the outside (physically) with little reflection on staying strong on the inside (emotionally, mentally and spiritually). Findings suggest future research is required to investigate the benefits of lifestyle activity programmes that address both physical and psychosocial well-being for families with MJD.

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confidence: 99%

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confidence: 99%

“…Thirteen studies discussed interventions which aligned with ‘exercising your body’ 1 40 46–48 52 56–60 62 63. Exercise in general was reported to be beneficial in one study 1.…”

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confidence: 99%

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confidence: 99%

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What is the best way to keep walking and moving around for individuals with Machado-Joseph disease? A scoping review through the lens of Aboriginal families with Machado-Joseph disease in the Top End of Australia

Carr

Lalara²,

Lalara³

et al. 2019

BMJ Open

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Adapted Physical Activity and Ataxia

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Ataxia - Practice Essentials and Interventions

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Ataxia affects the neurological system by impairing balance and motor coordination, which results in significant sensorimotor impairment in both children and adults. Physical activity (PA) has been linked to changes in the structure and functionality of the brain as well as effects on brain plasticity, according to numerous experimental and clinical studies. PA can help with concerns with standing and walking, fine and gross motor function regulation, and muscular tone. This chapter discusses the effects of various training programs on people with ataxia. Exercises that target balance, coordination, and muscular strength include: a) physical activity; b) treadmill training; c) locomotor training on a treadmill; d) trunk stabilization training; e) overground walking for balance; f) intensive exercises; and g) body-controlled videogames (exergames) played at home. Exercise and physical activity must be done frequently to maintain health, wellbeing, and quality of life. The duration and severity of the disease have an impact on how well adapted physical activity works.

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Functional Approach in Spino-cerebellar Ataxia-Occupational Therapy Perspective

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What is the best way to keep walking and moving around for individuals with Machado-Joseph disease? A scoping review through the lens of Aboriginal families with Machado-Joseph disease in the Top End of Australia

What is the best way to keep walking and moving around for individuals with Machado-Joseph disease? A scoping review through the lens of Aboriginal families with Machado-Joseph disease in the Top End of Australia

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