Occupational Science / Therapy
Katelyn Berry, Kiera Kilkenny, Shannon Meenan, Kennedy Niness, Sydney Arcamone( P) Long-term physical and psychological effects of wearing custom prosthetic devices in children with congenital limb deficiency- A Scoping Review This scoping review aims to explore the long-term physical and psychological effects of prosthetics in children with congenital limb deficiency through research conducted on electronic databases. Children with congenital limb deficiency often rely on the use of custom prosthetics to enhance their mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. All relevant material; including occupational therapy journals, peer-reviewed articles, and other relevant literature, will focus on children under the age of 18 with physical limitations. Understanding the various long-term effects of prosthetic use in children with congenital limb deficiency is essential in advancing prosthetic design, rehabilitation strategies and client experience.
Rachael Castle, Lindsay Worthington, Giavanna Felker, Gabriela Mills( P) Effects of stem cell therapy on the occupational outcome of children with Traumatic Brain Injury- A Scoping Review This scoping review examines the effects of stem cell therapy on the occupational outcomes of children with traumatic brain injuries( TBI). TBI can impact children’ s ability to engage in daily occupations, including selfcare, play, education, and social activities. Stem cell therapy aims to restore damaged brain tissue by regenerating neurons, repairing neural connections, and reducing inflammation. Electronic literature research of databases including CINAHL, AJOT, and PubMed to identify evidence on its impact. Inclusion criteria includes peer-reviewed articles from 2014 to present, studies of TBI, and research focused on children, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of stem cell therapy’ s effects.
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