- Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing the F-Words for Child Development Framework in Irish Children's Disability Services: Perspectives of Service Providers. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 May 24; :1-17. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: SPs' reported varying experiences of using the F-Words within children's disability services in Ireland. They highlighted the need for additional training, enhanced resources, and organizational-level support to effectively implement the framework in practice.
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- Impact of Playful Visual Feedback Coaching on Mechanical In-Exsufflation Learning in Children: A Randomized Trial. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 May 15; :1-14. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Playful visual feedback can accelerate initial MI-E learning in children, offering a promising strategy for early training. Further research is needed to evaluate long-term outcomes and home-based implementation.
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- Intrinsic Neurophysiological Factors Associated with the Attainment to Independent Oral Feeding in Preterm Infants. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 May 15; :1-12. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Gestational age, duration of respiratory support and patent ductus arteriosus are key determinants of attaining independent oral feeding, underscoring the importance of considering these factors in clinical practice.
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- Home-Based Occupational Therapy Early Intervention Programs in Children with Down Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 May 14; :1-15. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: The integration of home-based programs grounded in FCP into early intervention was associated with greater improvements in occupational performance, caregiver satisfaction, and self-care skills in young children with Down Syndrome. These findings support home-based programs as a feasible and effective complementary occupational therapy approach within early intervention services.
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- Parent-Mediated Responsive Feeding Therapy for Tube Weaning in Children with Neurodevelopmental Conditions: A Comparative Case Series. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 May 12; :1-19. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: RFT demonstrates promise for tube-dependent children with neurodevelopmental conditions. Complete weaning was achieved in children with neuromotor disorders through in-person and hybrid delivery, while virtual delivery for a child with a growth disorder resulted in partial weaning. Universal improvements in feeding behaviors were observed; elevated parental stress likely reflects increased responsibility inherent to parent-mediated feeding interventions.
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- Combining Premature Infant Oral Motor Intervention and Kinesiotaping to Improve Feeding Performance in Premature Infants: A Single-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 29; :1-18. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: The combination of PIOMI with KST significantly enhances feeding performance in premature infants beyond either intervention alone. This synergistic approach may promote earlier achievement of full oral feeding and reduce hospitalization duration, potentially lowering healthcare costs.
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- Clinical Integration of a Goal-Specific Virtual-Reality Biofeedback Treadmill Training Program for Children with Cerebral Palsy. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 22; :1-19. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Overall reductions in spatiotemporal gait deviations were observed following the VR treadmill-based biofeedback series, with strong participant adherence, although no consistent increase in knee extension angle was found. VR biofeedback may be a promising intervention within a clinical paradigm for individuals with CP.
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- Establishing Brazilian Age Norms and Cross-Cultural Differences in Infant Motor Development Using the Test of Infant Motor Performance (TIMP). [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 21; :1-19. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Brazilian norms improved screening, accuracy, and referral decisions.
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- Effects of Kinesiotaping in Patients with Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease: A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 20; :1-14. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Kinesiotaping did not demonstrate superiority over sham taping in children with LCPD. The observed improvements are therefore likely attributable to placebo or nonspecific contextual effects rather than to the taping itself.
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- Infographic Utilization Among School-Based Occupational and Physical Therapists: A Survey of Current Practices, Barriers, and Training Needs. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 20; :1-16. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: A significant awareness-to-implementation gap exists in infographic utilization among school-based therapists. While practitioners recognize their value, systemic barriers prevent regular implementation. Targeted professional development, infrastructure support, and collaborative resource development could enhance visual communication and knowledge translation in school-based practice.
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- Health-Related Quality of Life and Associated Factors in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), Probable DCD, and Typical Development: A Cross-Sectional Study. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 17; :1-18. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Children with DCD show significantly lower HRQoL than children with typical development and with probable DCD. Biological and environmental negative factors, especially environmental, were associated with HRQoL when interacting with the groups.
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- Reliability and Validity of the European Portuguese Version of the Multisensory Amplification Scale in Adolescents. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 16; :1-20. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: The MSAS European Portuguese version appears to be valid and reliable in adolescents with and without chronic pain.
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- Mastery Motivation and Maternal Stress in Typically Developing Children and Children With Neurodevelopmental Disorders. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 14; :1-15. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Maternal stress is linked to lower child persistence and perceived competence, particularly in children with NDD. These findings highlight the need for interventions addressing both child motivation and parental stress to promote optimal development.
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- Prognostic Factors for Relapse of Idiopathic Clubfoot: A Cohort Study. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 13; :1-16. [Online ahead of print]PO
- CONCLUSIONS: Greater initial medial crease score and residual empty heel score were associated with higher relapse rates. Physiotherapy follow-up for at least five years is recommended. Findings may inform targeted follow-up strategies for high-risk children.
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- Commentary: Immediate Effect of Digital Game Use and Verbal Encouragement on Lower Limb Activity and Psychological Enjoyment During Motor Task in Children with Motor Disorders. [Journal Article]Phys Occup Ther Pediatr. 2026 Apr 13; :1-3. [Online ahead of print]PO
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