Parent Involvement in Physical Therapy

Short, Debra L.; Schkade, Janette K.

doi:10.1097/00001577-199400630-00031

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“…Stretching tight muscle, regular change of position, provision of appropriate equipment, and encouraging mobility have all been shown to prevent or slow down the deterioration of secondary deformities (Watt et al 1986, Tardieu et al 1988, Myhr and von Wendt 1991, Chad et al 1999. Treatment strategies involving both parents and children have been shown to be most effective in achieving an enhanced developmental outcome (Barrera et al 1986, Shonkoff and Hauser-Cram 1987, Short et al 1989.…”

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Evaluation of the functional effects of a course of Bobath therapy in children with cerebral palsy: a preliminary study

Knox¹,

Evans

2002

Develop Med Child Neuro

106

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This study aimed to evaluate functional effects of Bobath therapy in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Fifteen children with a diagnosis of CP were recruited (9 males, 6 females; mean age 7 years 4 months, SD 2 years 8 months; age range 2 to 12 years). Types of motor disorder were as follows: spastic quadriplegia (n=9); spastic diplegia (n=4); athetoid quadriplegia (n=1), and ataxia (n=1). Participants were distributed across the following Gross Motor Function Classification levels: level I, n=1; level II, n=4; level III, n=5; level IV, n=4; and level V, n=1. Children awaiting orthopaedic intervention were excluded. A repeated measures design was used with participants tested with the Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM) and Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI) at 6‐weekly intervals (baseline, before and after Bobath therapy, and follow‐up). As the data were of ordinal type, non‐parametric statistics were used, i.e. Wilcoxon's test. Participants showed a significant improvement in scores in the following areas following Bobath therapy compared with the periods before and after Bobath therapy: GMFM total score (p=0.009); GMFM goal total (p=0.001); PEDI self care skills (p=0.036); and PEDI caregiver assistance total score (p=0.012). This demonstrates that in this population, gains were made in motor function and self care following a course of Bobath therapy.

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Evaluation of the functional effects of a course of Bobath therapy in children with cerebral palsy: a preliminary study

Knox¹,

Evans

2002

Develop Med Child Neuro

106

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“…The significance of parental literacy status in the context of therapeutic interventions has been recognized in the literature. Studies have highlighted the importance of parental involvement, comprehension of therapy goals, and the ability to provide support and reinforcement outside of therapy sessions [8,9]. For example, a study by Green et al [10] found that parental literacy was associated with greater engagement and adherence to therapy in children with developmental disabilities.…”

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Exploring the Influence of Parental Literacy Status on the Implementation of Dance Movement Therapy for Motor Skill Development in Children with Intellectual Disability in India

Nanda¹,

Rizwaan²,

Mohapatra³

et al. 2023

AJESS

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This paper focuses on examining the influence of parental literacy status in the implementation of Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) for the development of motor skills in children with intellectual disabilities in India. The study aims to explore the potential impact of parental literacy on engagement, participation, and outcomes of DMT interventions, ultimately informing strategies to optimize therapy effectiveness. The research incorporates the use of the Behavioral Assessment Scales for Indian Children with Mental Retardation (Basic-MR, Part A) to assess the impact of parental literacy on the outcomes of DMT interventions. Literacy status of parents, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like India, can significantly affect various aspects of a child's development, including their access to education, healthcare, and therapies. However, there is limited research exploring the specific role of parental literacy in the context of DMT interventions for children with intellectual disabilities in India. This study adopts a mixed-methods research design, combining quantitative measurements and qualitative insights. A sample of children with intellectual disabilities, aged between 7 and 15 years, will be recruited from special education schools from Odisha, India. The DMT intervention will be carried out over a designated period, with trained dance movement therapists tailoring the sessions to meet the individual needs and abilities of the children. The impact of the intervention will be evaluated using the Behavioral Assessment Scales for Indian Children with Mental Retardation (Basic-MR, Part A), which provides a comprehensive assessment of motor skills including locomotor and object control skills. Quantitative data, including pre- and post-intervention assessments, will be analyzed to determine the influence of parental literacy on motor skill development outcomes. This study aims to enhance our understanding of how parental literacy status influences the implementation of DMT and motor skill development in children with intellectual disabilities in India. By recognizing the impact of parental literacy and addressing potential challenges, the study aims to optimize the effectiveness of DMT interventions for children with intellectual disabilities. The findings will have practical implications for therapists, educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders involved in culturally sensitive intervention programs, promoting comprehensive motor skill development in children with intellectual disabilities in India.

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“…Therapy at home by parents or by professionals is the recommended option (Jessop andStein 1991, Law andKing 1993). Involving parents in their child's therapy and making them active partners seems to hasten achievement of intervention goals (Short et al 1989). However, the involvement of parents in home therapy may have disadvantages, such as possible interference in and disruption of family life (Epstein and Cluss 1982).…”

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Compliance with home rehabilitation therapy by parents of children with disabilities in Jews and Bedouin in Israel

Galil

Carmel

Lubetzky

et al. 2001

Develop Med Child Neuro

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Among key points in making progress and succeeding with a therapeutic programme for children with disabilities is parental compliance with the regime for their child. The purpose of this study was to evaluate factors influencing compliance with home therapy in the Jewish and Bedouin populations. Data were collected by structured questionnaires. A total of 193 families participated (84% response rate) with children who ranged in age from 6 months to 6 years (mean age at first visit to the centre was 9.5 years in Jews and 16.1 years in Bedouin). Compliance was significantly lower among the Bedouin. Multivariate regression analysis showed that the strongest contributory factor in lack of compliance was being Bedouin. The second factor was intensity of questioning destiny, indicating that parents with these feelings may be less likely to comply with therapeutic regimes. Other factors which were associated with compliance were parents' education and socioeconomic status: lower levels on these dimensions corresponded with lower parental compliance. These results were illuminated by a trial intervention programme for Bedouin families which involved telephone contact, translation facilities, and detailed explanations during visits to the centre. Intervention increased the compliance rate of the Bedouin appointments with specialists to 76% (91 of 120 appointments) thereby reaching similar levels to those of the Jewish group. These preliminary results indicate that the strong association between noncompliance and being Bedouin may be due to factors of communication, and that the Bedouin are receptive to therapeutic interventions when communicated in their own language.

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Parent Involvement in Physical Therapy

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Evaluation of the functional effects of a course of Bobath therapy in children with cerebral palsy: a preliminary study

Evaluation of the functional effects of a course of Bobath therapy in children with cerebral palsy: a preliminary study

Exploring the Influence of Parental Literacy Status on the Implementation of Dance Movement Therapy for Motor Skill Development in Children with Intellectual Disability in India

Compliance with home rehabilitation therapy by parents of children with disabilities in Jews and Bedouin in Israel

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