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Constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) for acute and sub-acute stroke in Adults

July 8, 2021 / , , ,

Key Findings CIMT/mCIMT had significant effects on arm motor function and activities of daily living in acute and sub-acute stroke. Constraint-induced movement therapy may be more beneficial than traditional rehabilitation therapy for improving upper limb function after acute or sub-acute stroke. References Liu XH, Huai J, Gao J, Zhang Y, Yue SW. Constraint-induced movement therapy …

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Imitation for Play Occupation in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

July 5, 2021 / , ,

Key Findings For interventions targeting play were effective for children with an autism spectrum disorder. Imitating the child was found to be more effective than modeling and contingent play in this group for play creativity and duration. References Kuhaneck, H., Spitzer, S. L., & Bodison, S. C. (2020). A systematic review of interventions to improve …

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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Self-Esteem for Adolescents with Depression

June 30, 2021 / , , ,

Key Findings Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy appears to be a potentially effective treatment for adolescents with depression and low levels of self-esteem. However, due to a limited number of studies, further research is recommended. Use clear outcome measures for this intervention, population, and condition. References Taylor, T. L., & Montgomery, P. (2007). Can cognitive-behavioral therapy increase self-esteem …

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Wilbarger Protocol for Sensory Processing Disorders in Children

June 30, 2021 / , , ,

Key Findings A lack of high-quality evidence currently exists to support or refute the use of the Wilbarger protocol with children with a sensory processing disorder. The Wilbarger protocol should be applied with caution. Emerging evidence from these studies warrants future research on this topic. Clinicians are advised to use clear outcome measures when using …

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Elastic Taping (KT) for Shoulder Impingement with Adults

June 25, 2021 / , ,

Key Findings Elastic taping may be useful therapy modalities in improving active ROM in painful shoulder. References Balki, S., Keklik, S., Ozturk, H., & Elden, H. (2013). Does Kinesio taping in addition to exercise therapy improve the outcomes in subacromial impingement syndrome? A randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial. Acta orthopaedica et traumatologica turcica, 47(2), 104-110. Djordjevic, O. …

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Sensory Integration for Autism Spectrum Disorder with Pediatrics

July 15, 2021 / , ,

Summary Population Pediatrics Condition Autism Spectrum Disorder Intervention Sensory Integration Variables Cognition, Function, Behavioral Measures GRADE system Evidence Red – Stop Methods Systematic Review Green evidence (Go) –  high-quality evidence indicating effectiveness. Yellow evidence (Caution/Measure) – insufficient evidence exists. Red evidence (Stop) – high-quality evidence indicating ineffectiveness. Keywords Key Findings The current evidence-base does not support the use …

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