Association between sensory processing and activity performance in children with cerebral palsy levels I-II on the gross motor function classification system

Author(s)

Pavao, Silvia Leticia ^{[1, 2]} ; Gambaro Lima, Camila Resende ^[1] ; Cicuto Ferreira Rocha, Nelci Adriana ^[1]

Affiliation

^[1] Univ Fed Sao Carlos, Dept Phys Therapy, Neuropediat Sect, Sao Carlos, SP - Brazil

^[2] Univ Fed Parana, Dept Prevent & Rehabil Physiotherapy, Curitiba, Parana - Brazil

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY; v. 25, n. 2, p. 194-202, MAR-APR 2021.
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Abstract

Background: Investigating the influence of sensory processing disorders on the level of function of children with cerebral palsy (CP) may help therapists identify specific impairments that impact activity and participation in these children. This may provide direction on selection of interventions to improve function and quality of life. Objectives: To investigate if sensory processing disorders in children with CP levels I and II on the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) are associated with activity performance. Methods: Sensory processing and activity performance of 28 children with CP between 5 and 15 years (mean +/- standard deviation; 9.9 +/- 3.2 years) were evaluated using the Sensory Profile (SP) and Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI), respectively. Associations between the components of the SP and PEDI were assessed with Spearman correlation coefficients. Multiple linear regression analysis using backward stepwise method was used to determine the variables of sensory processing that are associated with activity performance on the PEDI. Results: The category of Behavioral Outcomes of Sensory Processing was the only variable associated with Functional Abilities in self-care and social function (r(2) = 0.30 and r(2) = 0.39, respectively) and Caregiver Assistance (r(2) = 0.36 and r(2) = 0.37, respectively), (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Sensory processing in children with CP levels I-II on the GMFCS is associated with their ability to perform daily living activities and in their social interaction with the environment. (C) 2020 Associacao Brasileira de Pesquisa e Pos-Graduacao em Fisioterapia. Published by Elsevier Editora Ltda. All rights reserved. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 13/13380-6 - Impact of sensorial information in the performance of the sit-to-stand movement in children with cerebral palsy
• Grantee: Silvia Leticia Pavão Rago
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate
• FAPESP's process: 17/11259-6 - Dual task effects on the dynamical features of the center of pressure trajectories in static standing in children and adults
• Grantee: Silvia Leticia Pavão Rago
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Post-Doctoral