Pushing Pediatrics

Join Sheila and Sara as we discuss children requiring long-term mechanical ventilation, cystic fibrosis and asthma.  Resources: van Brussel M, van der Net J, Hulzebos E, Helders PJ, Takken T. The Utrecht approach to exercise in chronic childhood conditions: the decade in review. Pediatr Phys Ther. 2011 Spring;23(1):2-14. doi: 10.1097/PEP.0b013e318208cb22. PMID: 21304338. Palisano, R. J., Orli...

Join Sara and Sheila for another APTA fact sheet review.  Resources: https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_SafeStudentLiftingandTransfersSchoolSetting_2018.pdf https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_AdaptedPhysicalEducationandSchoolBasedPT_2016.pdf https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_SelectedAssessmentToolsAutism_2015.pd...

A short little summary episode on autism spectrum disorder and a bonus fact sheet summary.  Autism is not covered in-depth so make sure you are seeking out other resources. References: https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_EvaluationofChildrenwithASD-PracticeRecommendationsforSchool-BasedPTs_2014.pdf Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s...

Join Sara and Sheila for four more vital fact sheets to keep building your test preparation.  Resources: https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_Teaming-UsingPSPApproach.pdf?v=1 https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_ManagementofEquipmentinSchool-BasedPractice_2021.pdf https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_DevelopingCollabor...

Join Sheila and Sara as we walk you through these two separate, but similar pediatric diagnoses. Spinal Cord Injury and Myelodysplasia Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://pediatricapta.org/fact-sheets/ https://rehabknowledge.com/products/pcs-advantage/

Sara and Sheila walk you through brachial plexus injury (specifically related to obstetrics) and acquired brain injuries.  We discuss the Active Movement Scale and the Modified Mallet Scale for BPI and we walk you through the differences in the pediatric and adult versions of the Rancho Levels of Cognitive Functioning.  Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017)...

Sara and Sheila step back for a week to answer some common questions and to talk a little more about their test experience.  

Another Friday, another 4 fact sheets with Sheila and Sara.  Resources: https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_ProvidingTranslationalServicesfromNICUtoEI.pdf?v=1 https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactsSheet_WeavingRelationshipBasedPracticesIntoIntervention.pdf https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_EarlyInterventionPhysicalTherap...

Join Sara and Sheila as we walk you through the diagnosis of cerebral palsy.  References: Novak I, McIntyre S, Morgan C, Campbell L, Dark L, Morton N, Stumbles E, Wilson SA, Goldsmith S. A systematic review of interventions for children with cerebral palsy: state of the evidence. Dev Med Child Neurol. 2013 Oct;55(10):885-910. doi: 10.1111/dmcn.12246. Epub 2013 Aug 21. PMID: 23962350. Novak, I...

Join Sara and Sheila for another Fact Sheet Friday.  References:  Interventions for Positional Foot Deformities in the Neonate https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_InterventionsforPositionalFootDeformitiesintheNeonate_2021.pdf Positioning the Medically Fragile Preterm Infant in the NICU https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_DevelopmentalPo...

Join Sheila and Sara as we walk you through two more topics related to pediatric physical therapy.  Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://www.apta.org/patient-care/evidence-based-practice-resources/clinical-summaries https://rehabknowledge.com/products/pcs-advan...

Resources: Assessment Tools: Categorized by ICF model https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_ListofPediatricAssessmentToolsCategorizedbyICFModel_2013.pdf Strength: Testing in pediatric PT https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_StrengthTestinginPediatricPhysicalTherapy_2012.pdf Fitness: resources for young children https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fac...

Join Sara and Sheila as they guide you through all things orthopedics in the world of pediatrics.  Watch out, this episode is LONG and packed with useful information.  Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. Pelletier, E. S., & Jobst, E. E. (2015). Case Files in...

Sara and Sheila bring you another Fact Sheet Friday! Resources: Evidence-based practice https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_EvidenceBasedPractice_2007.pdf Term based service delivery approaches https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/FactSheet_TeamBasedServiceDeliveryAppraoches_2010.pdf Child abuse and neglect https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdf...

These two topics have a lot of overlap, so join Sara and Sheila as we discuss pediatric limb deficiencies and amputations and pediatric oncology.  References: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. Pelletier, E. S., & Jobst, E. E. (2015). Case Files in Physical Therapy Pediatri...

Welcome to your FIRST Fact Sheet Friday.  Use these quick reference guides to take your PCS studying to the next level.  Resources: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment in Clinical Reasoning https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact-sheets/pdfs/ClinicalReasoning-TeachingLearningAssessment.pdf?v=1.1 Using APTA’s Guide to PT practice 3.0 in Peds settings https://pediatricapta.org/includes/fact...

Join Sara and Sheila as we break down muscular dystrophies, with a focus on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Spinal Muscular Atrophy.  Resources: C.M. McDonald, T. Duong, E. Henricson, T. Abresch, F. Hu, A. Cnaan, P.2.11 CINRG Duchenne Natural History Study: Relationship of longitudinal measures of ambulatory timed function tests and loss of clinical milestones, Neuromuscular Disorders, Volume...

We have a big episode for you this week! Sara and Sheila walk you through the ins and outs of torticollis, arthrogryposis and osteogenesis imperfecta.  Citations/Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. Pelletier, E. S., & Jobst, E. E. (2015). Case Files in Physical Th...

This week Sheila and Sara will break down Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and Spinal Conditions for you.  Citations and Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://rehabknowledge.com/products/pcs-advantage/ https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/

We have a special BONUS episode this week. Sara and Sheila frequently reference the PCS Advantage Prep Course as an AMAZING resource.  Today, we are joined by Helen Carey, PT, DHSc, PCS & Jessica Lewis, PT, DPT, PCS - the two content creators for the PCS Advantage Prep Course.  Learn a little more about what they offer, what they are looking to add this year and how it can help you P...

Sara and Sheila are back to guide you to passing the PCS exam.  On todays episode, we are discussing musculoskeletal development and physical fitness in childhood. Citations and Resources: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://rehabknowledge.com/products/pcs-advantage/ The...

Join Sara and Sheila as we try and dissect these challenging topics.   Citations: Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://rehabknowledge.com/products/pcs-advantage/ https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/

Here it is, your first content based episode.  Join Sara and Sheila as we talk all things evidenced-based and measurement (correlating with Chapters 1 and 2 of Campbell's 5th Edition).   Follow us on Instagram: @pushingpediatrics Questions, comments, concerns: pushingpediatrics@gmail.com Citations:  Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Thera...

Sara and Sheila get personal with this episode. Sharing their overall experience with the PCS exam process.  Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://pediatricapta.org/fact-sheets/ Fetters, L., & Tilson, J. (2018). Evidence Based Physical Therapy (2nd ed.). F.A. Davis Com...

Dive Deep into Sara and Sheila's study plan to help you gain confidence in forming your own study planning as you prepare to crush this exam.  Palisano, R. J., Orlin, M. N., & Schreiber, J. (2017). Campbell’s Physical Therapy for Children Expert Consult (5th ed.). Elsevier Gezondheidszorg. https://pediatricapta.org/fact-sheets/ Fetters, L., & Tilson, J. (2018). Evidence Based Physical...