Posts by: Jonathan Grinstein

Jonathan Grinstein

March 20, 2019March 20, 2019

More Guidance Needed on Strategies for Using Speech-generating Devices with Cerebral Palsy Children, Study Shows

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Caregivers, teachers, and assistants require more instruction and guidance on strategies for using speech-generating devices to communicate with children with cerebral palsy (CP), a study shows. These findings suggest that ... Read more

March 18, 2019March 18, 2019

Communication Level, Intellectual Disability Predict Social Issues in Young Cerebral Palsy Adults, Study Shows

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While some young adults with cerebral palsy are able to live independently, maintaining jobs and relationships, most still live with their parents, depending on them financially and for help with daily ... Read more

February 18, 2019February 18, 2019

Research Team Granted $200K to Develop Artificial Muscle-based Orthotic Device for CP Children

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A University of Delaware (UD) research team was awarded $200,000 to develop a prototype leg brace that uses innovative artificial muscle technology for children with cerebral palsy, a press release announced. ... Read more

February 6, 2019February 6, 2019

Interactive Computer Play as Rehab Is Safe for Kids with CP, Study Says

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A six-week interactive computer play rehabilitation program for children with moderate cerebral palsy was feasible and safe in school settings, a study shows. These findings may aid in the development of ... Read more

February 4, 2019February 4, 2019

Changes in Protein Intake May Support Skeletal Muscle Growth in CP Kids

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The timing of protein intake can be improved with higher intake during breakfast and lunch to better support skeletal muscle growth and development in children with cerebral palsy, a new ... Read more

January 28, 2019January 28, 2019

Functional Communication Classification System Validated for Utility in Young CP Patients, Study Says

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The Functional Communication Classification System is a clinically reliable and useful survey for assessing speech in children ages 5-18 with cerebral palsy, a new study says. This survey is suitable ... Read more

January 25, 2019January 25, 2019

Motor Development Delay Increases with Age in Children with Dravet Syndrome, Study Shows

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Motor development is delayed in most children with Dravet syndrome older than 2, and this delay increases with age, research shows. The research article, “Motor development in children with Dravet ... Read more

January 23, 2019January 23, 2019

Dance Benefits Neurorehabilitation and Social Engagement for CP Patients, Review Finds

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Data from several studies has provided groundwork language and refined evidence for the benefits of dance and movement with music (rhythmic auditory stimulation) for neurorehabilitation — a complex medical process ... Read more

January 18, 2019January 18, 2019

Electrical Stimulation Alleviates Swallowing Difficulties In Kids with CP, Researchers Say

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Electrical stimulation may be useful and safe in alleviating dysphagia — difficulty swallowing — and the accompanying medical issues in children with cerebral palsy, according to new research. The study, “Is ... Read more

January 14, 2019January 14, 2019

Adults with Cerebral Palsy Have Higher Risk of Mental Illness, Study Says

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Adults with cerebral palsy without intellectual disabilities have a higher risk of developing mental illness, such as anxiety or depression, than adults who do not have cerebral palsy, according to ... Read more