Brain Lateralization In Children With Upper-Limb Reduction Deficiency
Jorge M. Zuniga, PhD
The purpose of the current study was to determine the influence of upper-limb prostheses on brain activity and gross dexterity in children with congenital ULD compared to typically developing children (TD).
Learning Objectives:
- describe the hemispheric response of children with upper limb reduction deficiency
- describe the differences in neurological responses between the affected and unaffected sides of children with upper limb reductions
- describe the potential physiological and neurological implications of brain lateralization in this population
Effectiveness Of Rigo Cheneau Tlso Vs Alternative Scoliosis Orthoses To Treat Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Mark Holowka, MSPO, CPO, FAAOP
A look at the outcomes of the Rigo Cheneau scoliosis TLSO. Patients are followed from beginning to end of brace treatment.
Learning Objectives:
- Compare the effectiveness of the RIGO TLSO to other types of TLSOs
- Appreciate the in-brace xray results when using a RIGO TLSO
- Define the success rate of treating scoliosis with a RIGO TLSO
Kinetics Of Infant Crawling Development: A Single-Subject Pilot Investigation
Mark Geil, PhD
The purpose of this study was to a) test feasibility of a pressure-mat-based assessment of infant crawling, and b) present data on typical crawling, including transitions between stages.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize deficiencies in current knowledge about infant crawling, and why the knowledge is lacking
- Describe the importance of quantification of crawling development in atypical populations, such as children with limb loss
- Describe a new tool for quantification of infant crawling and the potential utility in a large-scale study
Utility Of Pre-Operative Helmet Molding Therapy In Patients With Isolated Sagittal Craniosynostosis
Steven Slawinski, COLO FAAOP
This presentation will discuss outcomes of pre-operative CRO use on patients with Sagittal Craniosynostosis. Although cranial remolding is typically contraindicated for this patient population, the results will highlight the positive effect of treating these patients prior to surgery, with no apparent adverse effects.
Learning Objectives:
- Upon completion, participant will be able to describe the pre-operative helmeting process followed in this study.
- Upon completion, participant will be able to describe the outcomes of pre-operative helmeting for subjects with sagittal craniosynostosis.
- Upon completion, participant will be able to list the limitations of this study.