Anila Imeshtari
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Anila Imeshtari has a total of 7 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Calogero Foti
Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine Department, Tor Vergata University, Rome, Italy
1 shared publication - Concetta Ljoka
Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine Department, Tor Vergata University, 00133 Rome, Italy
1 shared publication - Gessica Della Bella
Management and Diagnostic Innovations & Clinical Pathways Research Area, Neurorehabilitation and Adapted Physical Activity Day Hospital, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy
1 shared publication - Laura Giordani
Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Tor Vergata University, 00133 Rome, Italy
1 shared publication - Marco Gaudenzi
Management and Diagnostic Innovations & Clinical Pathways Research Area, Neurorehabilitation and Adapted Physical Activity Day Hospital, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, 00165 Rome, Italy
1 shared publication - Marco Tofani
Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital,Rome,Italy; Link Campus University,Rome,Italy, Italy
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 18 August 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Applied Sciences
- Vol. 14 (16) , 7259
Functional Impact of Early Prosthetic Implantation in Children with Upper Limb Agenesis or Amputation
This study investigated the impact of early prosthetic intervention on children with upper limb agenesis or amputation. The aim was to assess both how early prosthetics improve a child’s movement and coordination skills, as well as how satisfied both the child and their parents are with the prosthesis. Twenty-nine children were evaluated using the Unilateral Below Elbow Test (UBET) and Child Amputee Prosthetics Project—Prothesis Satisfaction Inventory (CAPP-PSI). Results suggest that while children performed tasks faster and more fluidly without a prosthesis, they were satisfied with the prostheses and the service provided. This may be due to ongoing adaptation to the new device. The single child re-evaluated at 12 months showed improvement in prosthesis use, highlighting the potential benefits of early intervention coupled with motor re-education. Further research is needed to optimize prosthetic features and address initial challenges associated with prosthesis use.
- 18 August 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Applied Sciences
- Vol. 14 (16) , 7259
Open AccessFunctional Impact of Early Prosthetic Implantation in Children with Upper Limb Agenesis or Amputation
This study investigated the impact of early prosthetic intervention on children with upper limb agenesis or amputation. The aim was to assess both how early prosthetics improve a child’s movement and coordination skills, as well as how satisfied both the child and their parents are with the prosthesis. Twenty-nine children were evaluated using the Unilateral Below Elbow Test (UBET) and Child Amputee Prosthetics Project—Prothesis Satisfaction Inventory (CAPP-PSI). Results suggest that while children performed tasks faster and more fluidly without a prosthesis, they were satisfied with the prostheses and the service provided. This may be due to ongoing adaptation to the new device. The single child re-evaluated at 12 months showed improvement in prosthesis use, highlighting the potential benefits of early intervention coupled with motor re-education. Further research is needed to optimize prosthetic features and address initial challenges associated with prosthesis use.