Effects of sensory integration therapy in a 7-year old child with epilepsy following craniocerebral trauma – a case study

Authors

  • Maria Widelak Institute of Health Sciences, Medical College University of Rzeszów
  • Andżelina Wolan-Nieroda Institute of Health Sciences, Medical College University of Rzeszów; Centre for Innovative Research in Medical and Natural Sciences, University of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0188-4755
  • Justyna Podgórska-Bednarz Institute of Health Sciences, Medical College University of Rzeszów; Centre for Innovative Research in Medical and Natural Sciences, University of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2057-2351
  • Agnieszka Guzik Institute of Health Sciences, Medical College University of Rzeszów; Centre for Innovative Research in Medical and Natural Sciences, University of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4582-4383

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15584/ejcem.2020.1.15

Keywords:

epilepsy, rehabilitation, sensory integration

Abstract

Introduction. Post-traumatic epilepsy develops as a complication of a serious craniocerebral trauma, frequently an open head injury, resulting in neurological impairments.  

Aim. The study was designed to discuss problems associated with sensory integration dysfunction observed in a seven-year old girl with epilepsy which occurred as a result of craniocerebral injury.

Description of the case. The case study is based on information gained from the girl’s medical records, an interview with her guardians and a sensory function questionnaire. Additional examinations assessed the girl’s balance control, and her functional performance according to Barthel scale. The girl received a three-week sensory integration therapy which included exercise involving tactile, vestibular and proprioceptive stimulation, as well as balance exercises and self-care training.

Conclusion. In this particular case, application of sensory integration therapy produced beneficial results. The findings show improvement in balance, coordination as well as self-care. 

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2020-03-30

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Widelak, M., Wolan-Nieroda, A., Podgórska-Bednarz, J., & Guzik, A. (2020). Effects of sensory integration therapy in a 7-year old child with epilepsy following craniocerebral trauma – a case study. European Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, 18(1), 67–71. https://doi.org/10.15584/ejcem.2020.1.15

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