peads motor function Flashcards
motor function
processing motor ans sensory info to produce movement
goal orientated
components of maturational theory
heirarchial
sequential
predictable
dynamic system theory components
task
child
enviro
NDT
neurodevelopment treatment
NDT goal
establish normal motor development and function
prevent contractors
reduce hyperreflexia
target impairments
concerns of NDT
might not be functional
no advantage to NDT approaches
Context focused therapy
involves parents, functional goals
natural environment
induce neuroplasticity
Context focused therapy with CP
improved function
achieved self care and motor outcomes
hard for therapists
is W sitting bad
no
strong evidence for conductive education
weak
conductive education
focuses on tasks in motor control, mobility and community
attend w max independence
hyperbaric oxygen helpful
no difference than we placebo
therapeutic riding helpful
improves posture in children w CP
parents report improvement in language, self esteem well being
does short duration stretching help
no PROLONGED does
does NMES or FES help peads motor
FES