Background Evidence regarding the management of several aspects of cerebral palsy
improved in recent years. Still, discrepancies are reported in clinical practice. Italian …

We have considerable knowledge about the mechanisms underlying compensation of Earth
gravity during locomotion, a knowledge obtained from physiological, biomechanical …

Background There are over 53million children worldwide under five with developmental
disabilities who require effective interventions to support their health and well-being …

Objective The aim of the study was to determine whether applying an assistance force to the
pelvis and legs during treadmill training can improve walking function in children with …

The efficiency of partial body weight-supported treadmill training (PBWSTT) for treating
various conditions in children and adolescents with cerebral palsy (CP) in diverse contexts …

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate evidence supporting physical and occupational therapy
interventions used to improve sensory and motor outcomes for children 0–6 years with …

Voluntary toe walking in adults is characterized by feedforward control of ankle muscles in
order to ensure optimal stability of the ankle joint at ground impact. Toe walking is frequently …

Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of various results
of treadmill training in children and adults with Down syndrome (DS). Methods: To provide …

The effects and the prescription parameters of therapeutic exercise are not clear. For this
reason, is needed to determine the effect of therapeutic exercises on the motor function of …

Background and Objective: Intensive physical therapy or exercise has been associated with
favorable cerebral palsy (CP) outcomes, but few studies have investigated the effects of …