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Xie P, Nie Z, Zhang T, Xu G, Sun A, Chen T, Lv Y. FNIRS based study of brain network characteristics in children with cerebral palsy during bilateral lower limb movement. Med Phys 2024; 51:4434-4446. [PMID: 38683184 DOI: 10.1002/mp.17106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Motor dysfunctions in children with cerebral palsy (CP) are caused by nonprogressive brain damage. Understanding the functional characteristics of the brain is important for rehabilitation. PURPOSE This paper aimed to study the brain networks of children with CP during bilateral lower limb movement using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and to explore effective fNIRS indices for reflecting functional brain activity. METHODS Using fNIRS, cerebral oxygenation signals in the bilateral prefrontal cortex (LPFC/RPFC) and motor cortex (LMC/RMC) were recorded from fifteen children with spastic CP and seventeen children with typical development (CTDs) in the resting state and during bilateral lower limb movement. Functional connectivity matrices based on phase-locking values (PLVs) were calculated using Hilbert transformation, and binary networks were constructed at different sparsity levels. Network metrics such as the clustering coefficient, global efficiency, local efficiency, and transitivity were calculated. Furthermore, the time-varying curves of network metrics during movement were obtained by dividing the time window and using sparse inverse covariance matrices. Finally, conditional Granger causality (GC) was used to explore the causal relationships between different brain regions. RESULTS Compared to CTDs, the connectivity between RMC-RPFC (p = 0.017) and RMC-LMC (p = 0.002) in the brain network was decreased in children with CP, and the clustering coefficient (p = 0.003), global efficiency (p = 0.034), local efficiency (p = 0.015), and transitivity (p = 0.009) were significantly lower. The standard deviation of the changes in global efficiency of children with CP during motion was also greater than that of CTDs. Using GC, it was found that there was a significant increase in causal strength from the RMC to the RPFC (p = 0.04) and from the RMC to the LMC (p = 0.042) in children with CP during motion. Additionally, there were significant negative correlations between the PLV of LMC-RMC (p = 0.002) and the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) and between the GMFCS and the clustering coefficient (p = 0.01). CONCLUSIONS During rehabilitation training of the lower limbs, there were significant differences in brain network indices between children with CP and CTDs. The indicators proposed in this paper are effective at evaluating motor function and the real-time impact of rehabilitation training on the brain network and have great potential for application in guiding clinical motor function assessment and planning rehabilitation strategies.
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- Ping Xie
- Key Laboratory of Intelligent Rehabilitation and Neuromodulation of Hebei Province, Institute of Electric Engineering, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, Hebei, China
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- Key Laboratory of Intelligent Rehabilitation and Neuromodulation of Hebei Province, Institute of Electric Engineering, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, Hebei, China
- Key Laboratory of Neuro-functional Information and Rehabilitation Engineering of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Beijing Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technical Aids for Old-Age Disability, National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Neuro-functional Information and Rehabilitation Engineering of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Beijing Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technical Aids for Old-Age Disability, National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Neuro-functional Information and Rehabilitation Engineering of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Beijing Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technical Aids for Old-Age Disability, National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids, Beijing, China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Centre for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Neuro-functional Information and Rehabilitation Engineering of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Beijing Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technical Aids for Old-Age Disability, National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Neuro-functional Information and Rehabilitation Engineering of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Beijing Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technical Aids for Old-Age Disability, National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids, Beijing, China
- Nanchang City Key Laboratory of Integrated Medical and Industrial Technology, Nanchang university, Nanchang, China
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- Key Laboratory of Intelligent Rehabilitation and Neuromodulation of Hebei Province, Institute of Electric Engineering, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, Hebei, China
- Key Laboratory of Neuro-functional Information and Rehabilitation Engineering of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, Beijing Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Technical Aids for Old-Age Disability, National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids, Beijing, China
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Lim JH, Kang EY, Park SJ, Kim BG. Effects of robot rehabilitation on the motor function and gait in children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Exerc Rehabil 2024; 20:92-99. [PMID: 38973981 PMCID: PMC11222064 DOI: 10.12965/jer.2448186.093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024] Open
Abstract
This study was to determine the effects of robot rehabilitation on motor function and gait in children with cerebral palsy (CP) and the effect of robot type. Inclusion criteria were children with any type of CP, robot rehabilitation studies, non-robot rehabilitation comparison groups, outcomes related to motor function and gait, and randomized controlled trials. PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and Web of Science databases were searched. Risk of bias was assessed using physiotherapy evidence database. Seven studies with a total of 228 participants were selected. Motor function was significantly improved in three studies comparing robot rehabilitation and control groups (standard mean difference [SMD], 0.79; 95% confidence intervals [CIs], 0.34-1.24; I 2=73%). Gait was not significantly improved in five studies comparing robot rehabilitation and control groups (SMD, 0.27; 95% CI, -0.09 to 0.63; I 2=45%). When comparing effects by robot type, robotic-assisted gate training (RAGT) showed significant improvements in both motor function (SMD, 0.89; 95% CI, 0.36-1.43; I 2=77%) and gait (SMD, 0.62; 95% CI, 0.12-1.11; I 2=44%). Robot rehabilitation effectively improved motor function, and among the robot types, RAGT was found to be effective in improving motor function and gait.
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- Jae-Hyun Lim
- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Nambu University, Gwangju,
Korea
- Physical Therapy Room, Wise Rehabilitation Hospital, Gwangju,
Korea
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Kwangju Christian Hospital, Gwangju,
Korea
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Songwon University, Gwangju,
Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Nambu University, Gwangju,
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Yeo SS, Park SY, Yun SH. Investigating cortical activity during cybersickness by fNIRS. Sci Rep 2024; 14:8093. [PMID: 38582769 PMCID: PMC10998856 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-58715-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024] Open
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This study investigated brain responses during cybersickness in healthy adults using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). Thirty participants wore a head-mounted display and observed a virtual roller coaster scene that induced cybersickness. Cortical activation during the virtual roller coaster task was measured using fNIRS. Cybersickness symptoms were evaluated using a Simulator Sickness Questionnaire (SSQ) administered after the virtual rollercoaster. Pearson correlations were performed for cybersickness symptoms and the beta coefficients of hemodynamic responses. The group analysis of oxyhemoglobin (HbO) and total hemoglobin (HbT) levels revealed deactivation in the bilateral angular gyrus during cybersickness. In the Pearson correlation analyses, the HbO and HbT beta coefficients in the bilateral angular gyrus had a significant positive correlation with the total SSQ and disorientation. These results indicated that the angular gyrus was associated with cybersickness. These findings suggest that the hemodynamic response in the angular gyrus could be a biomarker for evaluating cybersickness symptoms.
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- Sang Seok Yeo
- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Welfare Sciences, Dankook University, Cheonan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Welfare, Woosuk University, Wanju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan-si, Republic of Korea.
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Palmieri R, Albano V, Guerriero S, Craig F, La Torre F, Filoni S, Sardella D, Petruzzelli MG, Lecce P, De Giacomo A. Beyond Diagnosis: Preliminary Study of Impact on Children and Parents in Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis-Associated Uveitis. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:275. [PMID: 38337791 PMCID: PMC10855410 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14030275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2024] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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Chronic diseases are a growing problem for global health due to the large number of people they involve, the repercussions they have on the mental and physical well-being of those affected, and the costs to society. Particularly, chronic illnesses of childhood have important psychological implications, not only for affected children but also for their parents. Among these pathologies, neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) and uveitis associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA-U) may affect mental and physical health, emotions, memory, learning, and socializing. This study evaluates the psychological and behavioral/emotional impact of NDDs and JIA-U on children and parents. Specifically, 30 children with active JIA-U and 30 children with NDDs and their parents completed the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) and Parent Stress Index-Short Form (PSI) questionnaires. Children with NDDs have statistically significant differences in all the emotional and behavioral variables compared to JIA-U children, and parents of children with NDDs experience an increased stress load compared to parents of children with JIA-U. This study emphasizes the wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges that parents face with NDDs. This study emphasizes that parents of children with NDDs not only experience higher levels of stress compared to parents of normally developing children but also experience higher levels of stress compared to parents of children with potentially debilitating chronic diseases such as JIA-U.
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- Roberta Palmieri
- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (D.S.); (M.G.P.); (P.L.); (A.D.G.)
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sense Organs, Institute of Ophthalmology, University of Bari, Piazza Giulio Cesare 11, 70124 Bari, Italy; (V.A.); (S.G.)
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurosciences and Sense Organs, Institute of Ophthalmology, University of Bari, Piazza Giulio Cesare 11, 70124 Bari, Italy; (V.A.); (S.G.)
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- Department of Cultures, Education and Society (DICES), University of Calabria, 87036 Cosenza, Italy;
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Rheumatology Center, “Giovanni XXIII”, Pediatric Hospital, Via Giovanni Amendola 207, 70126 Bari, Italy;
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- I.R.C.C.S. Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy;
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (D.S.); (M.G.P.); (P.L.); (A.D.G.)
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (D.S.); (M.G.P.); (P.L.); (A.D.G.)
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (D.S.); (M.G.P.); (P.L.); (A.D.G.)
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (D.S.); (M.G.P.); (P.L.); (A.D.G.)
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Licea J, Khan OA, Singh T, Modlesky CM. Prefrontal cortex hemodynamic activity during a test of lower extremity functional muscle strength in children with cerebral palsy: A functional near-infrared spectroscopy study. Eur J Neurosci 2024; 59:298-307. [PMID: 38128061 DOI: 10.1111/ejn.16211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Children with cerebral palsy (CP) exhibit impaired motor control and significant muscle weakness due to a brain lesion. However, studies that assess the relationship between brain activity and performance on dynamic functional muscle strength assessments in CP are needed. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of a progressive lateral step-up test on prefrontal cortex (PFC) hemodynamic activity in children with CP. Fourteen ambulatory children with spastic CP (Gross Motor Function Classification System level I; 5-11 y) and 14 age- and sex-matched typically developing control children completed a progressive lateral step-up test at incremental step heights (0, 10, 15 and 20 cm) using their non-dominant lower limb. Hemodynamic activity in the PFC was assessed using non-invasive, portable functional neuroimaging (functional near-infrared spectroscopy). Children with CP completed fewer repetitions at each step height and exhibited lower PFC hemodynamic activity across step heights compared to controls. Lower PFC activation in CP was maintained after statistically controlling for the number of repetitions completed at each step height. PFC hemodynamic activity was not associated with LSUT task performance in children with CP, but a positive relationship was observed in controls at the most challenging 20 cm step height. The results suggest there is an altered PFC recruitment pattern in children with CP during a highly dynamic test of functional strength. Further studies are needed to explore the mechanisms underlying the suppressed PFC activation observed in children with CP compared to typically developing children.
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- Joel Licea
- Department of Kinesiology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA, USA
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Del Prete CM, Tarantino D, Viva MG, Murgia M, Vergati D, Barassi G, Sparvieri E, Di Stanislao E, Perpetuini D, Russo EF, Filoni S, Pellegrino R. Spinal Orthosis in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: An Overview of the Braces Provided by the National Health Service in Italy. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 60:3. [PMID: 38276037 PMCID: PMC10818494 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60010003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a lateral, rotated curvature of the spine. It is a 3-dimensional deformity that arises in otherwise healthy children at or around puberty. AIS is the most common form of scoliosis in the pediatric population. The etiology is multifactorial, including genetic and environmental factors. The incidence is roughly equal between males and females, while there is a higher risk of progression in females. Guidelines for AIS treatment identify three levels of treatment: observation, physiotherapy scoliosis-specific exercises, and braces. In this paper, we carried out a review of the scientific literature about the indication and success rates of the braces provided for free by the National Health Service in Italy (SSN). Despite a general consensus on the efficacy of rigid bracing treatment and its use in AIS, an important heterogeneity about the treatment is present in the scientific literature, demonstrating a high degree of variability. The overall success rate of the braces provided by the SSN is high, suggesting an important therapeutic role in the treatment of AIS. Robust guidelines are needed to ensure uniform and effective treatments.
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- Department of Public Health, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Anatomical and Histological Sciences, Legal Medicine and Orthopedics, Sapienza University of Rome, 00183 Rome, Italy; (M.G.V.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Anatomical and Histological Sciences, Legal Medicine and Orthopedics, Sapienza University of Rome, 00183 Rome, Italy; (M.G.V.); (M.M.)
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- Center for Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation and Re-Education-CeFiRR-Gemelli Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy;
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- Department of Engineering and Geology, University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy;
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- I.R.R.C.S. Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy;
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- Department of Scientific Research, Campus Ludes, Off-Campus Semmelweis University, 6912 Lugano–Pazzallo, Switzerland;
- Santa Chiara Institute, 73100 Lecce, Italy
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Perpetuini D, Russo EF, Cardone D, Palmieri R, De Giacomo A, Intiso D, Pellicano F, Pellegrino R, Merla A, Calabrò RS, Filoni S. Assessing the Impact of Electrosuit Therapy on Cerebral Palsy: A Study on the Users' Satisfaction and Potential Efficacy. Brain Sci 2023; 13:1491. [PMID: 37891858 PMCID: PMC10605024 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci13101491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of electrosuit therapy in the clinical treatment of children with Cerebral Palsy, focusing on the effect of the therapy on spasticity and trunk control. Moreover, the compliance of caregivers with respect to the use of the tool was investigated. During the period ranging from 2019 to 2022, a total of 26 children (18 M and 8 F), clinically stable and affected by CP and attending the Neurorehabilitation Unit of the "Padre Pio Foundation and Rehabilitation Centers", were enrolled in this study. A subset of 12 patients bought or rented the device; thus, they received the administration of the EMS-based therapy for one month, whereas the others received only one-hour training to evaluate the feasibility (by the caregivers) and short-term effects. The Gross Motor Function Classification System was utilized to evaluate gross motor functions and to classify the study sample, while the MAS and the LSS were employed to assess the outcomes of the EMS-based therapy. Moreover, between 80% and 90% of the study sample were satisfied with the safety, ease of use, comfort, adjustment, and after-sales service. Following a single session of electrical stimulation with EMS, patients exhibited a statistically significant enhancement in trunk control. For those who continued this study, the subscale of the QUEST with the best score was adaptability (0.74 ± 0.85), followed by competence (0.67 ± 0.70) and self-esteem (0.59 ± 0.60). This study investigates the impact of the employment of the EMS on CP children's ability to maintain trunk control. Specifically, after undergoing a single EMS session, LSS showed a discernible improvement in children's trunk control. In addition, the QUEST and the PIADS questionnaires demonstrated a good acceptability and satisfaction of the garment by the patients and the caregivers.
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- David Perpetuini
- Department of Engineering and Geology, University G. D’Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy; (D.P.); (D.C.); (A.M.)
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- Padre Pio Foundation and Rehabilitation Centers, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy; (E.F.R.); (F.P.)
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- Department of Engineering and Geology, University G. D’Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy; (D.P.); (D.C.); (A.M.)
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (R.P.); (A.D.G.)
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, 70124 Bari, Italy; (R.P.); (A.D.G.)
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- Unit of Neuro-Rehabilitation, IRCCS “Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza”, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy; (D.I.); (S.F.)
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- Padre Pio Foundation and Rehabilitation Centers, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy; (E.F.R.); (F.P.)
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- Department of Scientific Research, Campus Ludes, Off-Campus Semmelweis University, 6912 Lugano, Switzerland;
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- Department of Engineering and Geology, University G. D’Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy; (D.P.); (D.C.); (A.M.)
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- Unit of Neuro-Rehabilitation, IRCCS “Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza”, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy; (D.I.); (S.F.)
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Yeo SS, Jang TS, Yun SH. Sensorimotor adaptation in spatial orientation task: a fNIRS study. Sci Rep 2023; 13:15160. [PMID: 37704674 PMCID: PMC10499899 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-42416-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 09/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023] Open
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In sensorimotor conflicts, the brain forms and updates a new sensorimotor relationship through sensorimotor integration. As humans adapt to new sensorimotor mapping, goal-directed movements become increasingly precise. Using functional near-infrared spectroscopy, we investigated the changes in cortical activity during sensorimotor adaptation in a spatial orientation task with sensorimotor conflict. Individuals performed a reversed spatial orientation training in which the visual feedback guiding hand movements was reversed. We measured cortical activity and spatial orientation performance, including the response time, completion number, error, and accuracy. The results revealed the continuous activation in the left SMG during sensorimotor adaptation and decreased activation in the right SAC, AG and SMG after sensorimotor adaptation. These findings indicated the contribution of the left SMG to sensorimotor adaptation and the improved efficiency of cortical activity after sensorimotor adaptation, respectively. Our studies suggest the neural mechanisms related to sensorimotor adaptation to a reversed spatial orientation task.
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- Sang Seok Yeo
- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health and Welfare Sciences, Dankook University, Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Health Administration, College of Health and Welfare Sciences, Dankook University, Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea.
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Perpetuini D, Russo EF, Cardone D, Palmieri R, De Giacomo A, Pellegrino R, Merla A, Calabrò RS, Filoni S. Use and Effectiveness of Electrosuit in Neurological Disorders: A Systematic Review with Clinical Implications. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:680. [PMID: 37370612 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10060680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Electrical stimulation through surface electrodes is a non-invasive therapeutic technique used to improve voluntary motor control and reduce pain and spasticity in patients with central nervous system injuries. The Exopulse Mollii Suit (EMS) is a non-invasive full-body suit with integrated electrodes designed for self-administered electrical stimulation to reduce spasticity and promote flexibility. The EMS has been evaluated in several clinical trials with positive findings, indicating its potential in rehabilitation. This review investigates the effectiveness of the EMS for rehabilitation and its acceptability by patients. The literature was collected through several databases following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement. Positive effects of the garment on improving motor functions and reducing spasticity have been shown to be related to the duration of the administration period and to the dosage of the treatment, which, in turn, depend on the individual's condition and the treatment goals. Moreover, patients reported wellbeing during stimulation and a muscle-relaxing effect on the affected limb. Although additional research is required to determine the efficacy of this device, the reviewed literature highlights the EMS potential to improve the motor capabilities of neurological patients in clinical practice.
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- David Perpetuini
- Department of Engineering and Geology, University G. D'Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Engineering and Geology, University G. D'Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari "Aldo Moro", 70124 Bari, Italy
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- Translational Biomedicine and Neuroscience Department (DiBraiN), University of Bari "Aldo Moro", 70124 Bari, Italy
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- Department of Scientific Research, Campus Ludes, Off-Campus Semmelweis University, 6912 Lugano, Switzerland
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- Department of Engineering and Geology, University G. D'Annunzio of Chieti-Pescara, 65127 Pescara, Italy
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- Padre Pio Foundation and Rehabilitation Centers, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy
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Stroke-Related Alterations in the Brain's Functional Connectivity Response Associated with Upper Limb Multi-Joint Linkage Movement. Brain Sci 2023; 13:brainsci13020338. [PMID: 36831881 PMCID: PMC9954203 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci13020338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2023] Open
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Stroke is one of the primary causes of motor disorders, which can seriously affect the patient's quality of life. However, the assessment of the upper limb affected by stroke is commonly based on scales, and the characteristics of brain reorganization induced by limb movement are not clear. Thus, this study aimed to investigate stroke-related cortical reorganization based on functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) during upper limb multi-joint linkage movement with reference to the Fugl-Meyer Assessment of the upper extremities (FMA-UE). In total, 15 stroke patients and 15 healthy subjects participated in this study. The functional connectivity (FC) between channels and the regions of interest (ROI) was calculated by Pearson's correlation coefficient. The results showed that compared with the control group, the FC between the prefrontal cortex and the motor cortex was significantly increased in the resting state and the affected upper limb's multi-joint linkage movements, while the FC between the motor cortex was significantly decreased during the unaffected upper limb's multi-joint linkage movements. Moreover, the significantly increased ROI FC in the resting state showed a significantly positive correlation with FMA-UE in stroke patients (p < 0.05). This study highlights a new biomarker for evaluating the function of movement in stroke patients and provides guidance for rehabilitation training.
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Poliakova E, Conrad AL, Schieltz KM, O’Brien MJ. Using fNIRS to evaluate ADHD medication effects on neuronal activity: A systematic literature review. FRONTIERS IN NEUROIMAGING 2023; 2. [PMID: 37033327 PMCID: PMC10078617 DOI: 10.3389/fnimg.2023.1083036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BackgroundFunctional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) is a relatively non-invasive and inexpensive functional neuroimaging technique that has shown promise as a method for understanding the differences in neuronal activity associated with various neurodevelopmental conditions, including ADHD. Additionally, fNIRS has been suggested as a possible tool to understand the impact of psychotropic medications on brain activity in individuals with ADHD, but this approach is still in its infancy.ObjectiveThe purpose of this systematic literature review was to synthesize the extant research literature on the use of fNIRS to assess the effects of ADHD medications on brain activity in children and adolescents with ADHD.MethodsA literature search following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Literature Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines was conducted for peer-reviewed articles related to ADHD, medication, and fNIRS in PsychInfo, Scopus, and PubMed electronic databases.ResultsThe search yielded 23 published studies meeting inclusion criteria. There was a high degree of heterogeneity in terms of the research methodology and procedures, which is explained in part by the distinct goals and approaches of the studies reviewed. However, there was also relative consistency in outcomes among a select group of studies that demonstrated a similar research focus.ConclusionAlthough fNIRS has great potential to further our understanding of the effects of ADHD medications on the neuronal activity of children and adolescents with ADHD, the current research base is still relatively small and there are limitations and methodological inconsistencies that should be addressed in future studies.
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- Eva Poliakova
- Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
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- Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
- Carver College of Medicine, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
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- Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
- Carver College of Medicine, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
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- Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
- Carver College of Medicine, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States
- CORRESPONDENCE: Matthew J. O’Brien,
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Cortés-Pérez I, González-González N, Peinado-Rubia AB, Nieto-Escamez FA, Obrero-Gaitán E, García-López H. Efficacy of Robot-Assisted Gait Therapy Compared to Conventional Therapy or Treadmill Training in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 22:9910. [PMID: 36560281 PMCID: PMC9785795 DOI: 10.3390/s22249910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Revised: 12/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Motor, gait and balance disorders reduce functional capabilities for activities of daily living in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Robot-assisted gait therapy (RAGT) is being used to complement conventional therapy (CT) or treadmill therapy (TT) in CP rehabilitation. The aim of this systematic review is to assess the effect of RAGT on gait, balance and functional independence in CP children, in comparison to CT or TT. METHODS We have conducted a systematic review with meta-analysis. A search in PubMed Medline, Web of Science, Scopus, CINAHL, PEDro and SciELO has been conducted for articles published until October 2022. Controlled clinical trials (CCT), in which RAGT was compared to TT or CT and assessed gait speed, step and stride length, width step, walking distance, cadence, standing ability, walking, running and jumping ability, gross motor function and functional independence in children with CP, have been included. Methodological quality was assessed with the PEDro scale and the pooled effect was calculated with Cohen's Standardized Mean Difference (SMD) and its 95% Confidence Interval (95% CI). RESULTS A total of 15 CCTs have been included, providing data from 413 participants, with an averaged methodological quality of 5.73 ± 1.1 points in PEDro. The main findings of this review are that RAGT shows better results than CT in the post-intervention assessment for gait speed (SMD 0.56; 95% CI 0.03 to 1.1), walking distance (SMD 2; 95% CI 0.36 to 3.65) and walking, running and jumping ability (SMD 0.63; 95% CI 0.12 to 1.14). CONCLUSIONS This study shows that the effect of RAGT is superior to CT on gait speed, walking distance and walking, running and jumping ability in post-intervention, although no differences were found between RAGT and TT or CT for the remaining variables.
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- Irene Cortés-Pérez
- Department of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Medicine, University of Almería, Road Sacramento s/n, 04120 Almería, Spain
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaen, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain
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- Department of Psychology, University of Almería, Road Sacramento s/n, La Cañada, 04120 Almería, Spain
- Center for Neuropsychological Assessment and Neurorehabilitation (CERNEP), University of Almería, Road Sacramento s/n, La Cañada, 04120 Almería, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaen, Campus las Lagunillas, 23071 Jaén, Spain
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- Department of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Medicine, University of Almería, Road Sacramento s/n, 04120 Almería, Spain
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