Cerebral palsy and neurodegenerative disorders

Reddihough, DS; Collins, Kevin J.

doi:10.1016/b978-0-443-10280-6.50062-0

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“…The other reasons for concern over development in the cohort of 24 children included isolated speech delay (5), marginal gross motor delay (4), abnormal gait patterns (3), talipes equinovarus (1), etc. The number of children evaluated due to potential risk of developmental delay included those following preterm delivery (5), had perinatal complications requiring care in a special baby care unit (3), been treated as for central nervous system (CNS) infection (3), and/or had epilepsy (1).…”

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“…Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most frequently encountered motor disability in children. 1 It is characterized by abnormalities in muscle tone, posture, and movement, which limit activity in those affected. These motor disturbances are often accompanied by a heterogeneous spectrum of abnormalities affecting sensation, perception, cognition, communication, and behavior, as well as the occurrence of epilepsy and secondary musculoskeletal problems 2 .…”

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Prevalence of Cerebral Palsy among Children Aged 2 to 5 Years in a Rural District in Sri Lanka: A Population-Based Study

Wanigasinghe,

Jasotharan,

Thilaxshan

et al. 2023

Journal of Pediatric Neurology

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Objective The objective of this study is to estimate the prevalence of cerebral palsy (CP) in the 2- to 5-year age group in a rural setting in Sri Lanka and describe the type, topography, severity, functional status of CP, and associated comorbidities. Design and Patients A population-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in the district of Ampara, which represents a typical rural setting in Sri Lanka. A house-to-house survey was performed in 60 geographically defined areas to screen 2- to 5-year-old children for motor disability or any developmental delay. Those who were positive underwent face-to-face interviews for confirmation of the diagnosis of CP. This was followed by an evaluation of the features of the CP. Results A total of 1,090 children aged 2 to 5 years were screened for CP. Among them, there were four children with confirmed CP, resulting in an overall prevalence of 3.7 per 1,000 children aged 2 to 5 years (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.0, 9.4%). Male dominance was noted (75%). The most common single type of CP was spastic (75%). The other was of the mixed type (25%). A severe level of disability (level V) based on gross motor function and manual ability and communication function was seen in 75% of cases. The two most common comorbidities were cerebral visual impairment (75%) and epilepsy (50%). Gastrointestinal-related problems (75%) and contractures (75%) were the most common complications. Conclusion The burden of CP is relatively high among children in rural settings in Sri Lanka in comparison to reported rates in developed countries. However, these rates are comparable to reported rates from similar rural settings in other regional countries. The majority suffered from a severe degree of impairment.

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Prevalence of Cerebral Palsy among Children Aged 2 to 5 Years in a Rural District in Sri Lanka: A Population-Based Study

Wanigasinghe,

Jasotharan,

Thilaxshan

et al. 2023

Journal of Pediatric Neurology

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“…Numerous diseases and conditions are associated with various degrees of intellectual disabilities. Within the term ID, there are several conditions, such as Down syndrome (DS), Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, phenylketonuria, fragile X-chromosome syndrome, Rett syndrome, autism, childhood cerebral palsy, and many others [ 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 ]. Approximately 2% of children in the general population have some degree of ID, while this percentage is reported to be up to 25% among children with cerebral palsy [ 11 ].…”

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Sports Games and Motor Skills in Children, Adolescents and Youth with Intellectual Disabilities

Aksović¹,

Dobrescu

Bubanj

et al. 2023

Children

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(1) Background: Sports games are one of the best ways of engaging in physical activity for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) and Down syndrome (DS). This systematic review of the current literature aims to identify and sum relevant data on motor skills and clarify whether there are positive effects of sports programs in motor skills games in children, adolescents, and youth with ID and DS. (2) Methods: The systematic review of the papers was carried out following the methodological guidelines and by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) consensus. The following electronic databases were researched: PubMed, MEDLINE, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and ERIC from 2001 to 2023. (3) Results: The basketball test battery can be used to improve and monitor basketball training. Basketball players with lower levels of ID achieved better results, especially those with disabilities of the II and III degrees. Futsal has a positive impact on the coordination, and the differences between the test results of the vertical jump with and without an arm swing, that can be seen indirectly as a coordination factor, were statistically significant. (4) Conclusions: Basketball is recommended as an effective and practical rehabilitation program for children, adolescents, and youth with ID and DS. Futsal is an interesting and helpful activity for individuals with ID as well.

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“…Cerebral palsy is the commonest cause of childhood physical disability 1 with a prevalence of 2−2.5 per 1000 live births 2 . Given this relatively high prevalence, and the substantial role medical practitioners play in the care of people with cerebral palsy, it is important that medical students are educated to optimize the level of care they can provide.…”

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