Understanding frames: A UK survey of parents and professionals regarding the use of standing frames for children with cerebral palsy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Standing frames are used for children with cerebral palsy (CP). They may improve body structure and function (e.g., reducing risk of hip subluxation, and improving bladder and bowel function), improving activity (e.g., motor abilities) and participation (e.g., interaction with peers), but there is little evidence that they do. We aimed to identify current UK standing frame practice for children with CP and to understand stakeholder views regarding their clinical benefits and challenges to use.

Method

Three populations were sampled: clinicians prescribing standing frames for children with CP (n = 305), professionals (health and education) working with children with CP who use standing frames (n = 155), and parents of children with CP who have used standing frames (

SUBMITTER: Goodwin J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5811781 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature