Effects of dual task on gait velocity and cadence in cerebral palsied children with spastic hemiparesis or diparesis

Kocak, Alper; Yarar, Feride; Cavlak, Uğur

doi:10.1007/s13760-020-01380-9

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“…Since a key link exists among the gait, automated motor task, cognitive input, cortical sensory functioning, planning skill, self-awareness, sensory inputs, primary reflexes, and decision-making, mainly in the elderly population, improvement in one influenced the other ( Figure 3 ). Among the above factors, gait and particularly, gait posture, showed a very strong link with the motor task, with a relatively lower necessity of cognitive input (Yogev-Seligmann et al, 2008 ; Huh et al, 2016 ; Kabbaligere et al, 2017 ; Dharmadasa et al, 2018 ; Kocak et al, 2021 ). Fine motor coordination also related to cortical sensory functioning (Gottesman et al, 1984 ), whereas the management of cognition served as a remedy for impairment in the planning, problem solving, executive function, and self-awareness (Tate et al, 2014 ).…”

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Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome: Symptoms, Pathology, Diagnosis, and Recovery

Liu

Sun

2022

Front. Aging Neurosci.

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The motoric cognitive risk (MCR) syndrome is a pre-dementia condition, marked by the enhanced risk for Alzheimer's disease (AD) and vascular dementia, together with falls, disability, and abnormal movements. The research studies revealed the distinct neurological and non-neurological clinical gait irregularities during dementia and accelerated functional decline, such as postural and balance impairments, memory loss, cognitive failure, and metabolic dysfunctions. The disabling characteristics of MCR comprise altered afferent sensory and efferent motor responses, together with disrupted visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive components. The pathological basis of MCR relates with the frontal lacunar infarcts, white matter hyperintensity (WMH), gray matter atrophy in the pre-motor and pre-frontal cortex, abnormal cholinergic functioning, inflammatory responses, and genetic factors. Further, cerebrovascular lesions and cardiovascular disorders exacerbate the disease pathology. The diagnosis of MCR is carried out through neuropsychological tests, biomarker assays, imaging studies, questionnaire-based evaluation, and motor function tests, including walking speed, dual-task gait tests, and ambulation ability. Recovery from MCR may include cognitive, physical, and social activities, exercise, diet, nutritional supplements, symptomatic drug treatment, and lifestyle habits that restrict the disease progression. Psychotherapeutic counseling, anti-depressants, and vitamins may support motor and cognitive improvement, primarily through the restorative pathways. However, an in-depth understanding of the association of immobility, dementia, and cognitive stress with MCR requires additional clinical and pre-clinical studies. They may have a significant contribution in reducing MCR syndrome and the risk for dementia. Overall, the current review informs the vital connection between gait performance and cognition in MCR and highlights the usefulness of future research in the discernment and treatment of dementiating illness.

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Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome: Symptoms, Pathology, Diagnosis, and Recovery

Liu

Sun

2022

Front. Aging Neurosci.

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Heterogeneity of Tasks and Outcome Measures in Dual Tasking Studies in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Scoping Review

Rubsam,

Girolami,

Bhatt

2023

Physical Therapy

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Objective. The aims of this scoping review are to examine the available literature regarding dual tasking in children with cerebral palsy (CP) and to identify and categorize both the motor and cognitive tasks and outcome measures used primarily through the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health model. Methods. Five electronic databases were searched. Studies were included if they: (1) were published in English; (2) included at least 1 group of children or adolescents with a diagnosis of CP; (3) assessed dual tasking as part of the study; (4) reported the method for performing the dual task; and (5) reported the outcome measures utilized. Results. Twenty-three studies with 439 children with CP were included. All studies utilized motor activities as the primary task, including walking, balance, and a functional transition. Motor secondary tasks occurred in 10 studies, cognitive secondary tasks in 12 studies, and 1 study used both. Forty-one outcome measures over 23 studies assessed the body structure and function domain, 7 measures over 6 studies assessed activity limitations, and 2 outcomes over 2 studies assessed participation. Conclusions. The 23 included studies demonstrated heterogeneity in the age and function of participants, secondary tasks, and outcome measures. Future studies on dual tasking in children with CP should consider the difficulty of the primary motor or cognitive task and compare secondary tasks to establish this contribution to motor performance. Studies should incorporate activity and participation measures to assess meaningful functional outcomes. Impact. Children with CP experience challenges when exposed to dual task situations. This scoping review highlights the importance of considering multiple factors when designing dual tasking studies involving children with CP to facilitate results translation, improved participation, and enhanced function. Similarly, studies should utilize activity and participation outcomes to assess quality of life.

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Effects of dual task on gait velocity and cadence in cerebral palsied children with spastic hemiparesis or diparesis

Cited by 2 publications

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Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome: Symptoms, Pathology, Diagnosis, and Recovery

Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome: Symptoms, Pathology, Diagnosis, and Recovery

Heterogeneity of Tasks and Outcome Measures in Dual Tasking Studies in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Scoping Review

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