Pediatric Physical Therapy

Papers
(The TQCC of Pediatric Physical Therapy is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-05-01 to 2026-05-01.)
ArticleCitations
Commentary on “The Effects of Physical Therapy-Directed Early Mobilization in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis”36
A Qualitative Analysis of the Implementation of an Intensive Model of Physical Therapy for Children30
Commentary on “Caregiver Perceptions of an Interdisciplinary Intensive Therapy Program: A Qualitative Study”24
The Effect of Early-Life Seizures on Cognitive and Motor Development: A Case Series18
Revision of the Essential Core Competencies: Domains of Competence for Pediatric Physical Therapy Professional Education: Erratum17
Physical Activity Levels, Cardiorespiratory Fitness, and Physical Literacy in Children With a Chronic Medical Condition15
A Scoping Review of Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy-Related Gait Abnormalities in Children With Cancer15
Commentary on “Exploring the Feasibility of a Vestibular/Oculomotor Caregiver-Supervised Exercise Program in Children Post Moderate-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury”14
Commentary on “Scoring People With Spinal Muscular Atrophy on the Motor Function Measure Using the Microsoft Kinect”13
Comparing Domain-Specific Self-Efficacy in Pediatric Physical Therapy Education Across Classroom-Based, Online, and Hybrid Curriculum Designs13
e-EARLY TOGETHER Intervention for Infants at High Risk of Cerebral Palsy: Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol11
Commentary on “Influence of Modified Instructions on Locomotion Subtest Scores Using the Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Second Edition”11
Commentary on “Translation, Adaptation, and Validation of the Young Spine Questionnaire for Italian Children”10
Editorial10
Commentary on “Effort and Reward Predict Burnout in Pediatric Physical Therapists in the Early Intervention Setting”8
Harnessing Mobility: A Medically Complex Child’s Home Program Utilizing an In-Home Body Weight Support System8
The Clinical Impact of Electrical Stimulation on Abnormal Tone During Gait for Individuals With Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report8
Commentary on “Motivation to Move in Toddlers With Cerebral Palsy”8
Commentary on “Infant Motor Milestones: Analysis of Content and Variability Among Popular Sources for Parents”8
Describing Physical Therapy Services Delivered to Children With Autism in the Outpatient Medical Setting8
Commentary on “Informing the Physical Therapy Management of Congenital Muscular Torticollis Clinical Practice Guideline: A Systematic Review”8
ON Time Mobility: Advocating for Mobility Equity7
Steps to Revising the APTA Pediatrics Research Agenda7
Commentary on “Caregivers' Perceptions of Ride-On Cars and Behavioral Changes for Young Children With Motor Delays”7
Pain Neuroscience Education in Elementary and Middle Schools7
Infant Motor Milestones: Analysis of Content and Variability Among Popular Sources for Parents7
Feasibility of Using Joystick-Operated Ride-on-Toys to Promote Upper Extremity Function in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Pilot Study7
Student Self-Efficacy in Pediatrics: Evaluation and Modification of the Pediatric Communication and Handling Self-Efficacy Scale6
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on a Clinical Trial: A Quantitative Report on Study Engagement and Strategies6
Commentary on “Knowledge Competence and Behavior of Learners: Social Determinants of Health for Pediatric Physical Therapists”6
Platform Presentations Annual Conference 2025 Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy6
Letter to the Editor to Pediatric Physical Therapy in Response to Previous Letters to the Editor, Published in July 20245
Effect of Adaptive Seating Systems on Postural Control and Activity Performance: A Systematic Review5
Abstracts of the APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Poster Presentations at the Combined Sections Meeting: Erratum5
Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Training in Virtual Reality: A Feasibility Study5
Current Trends for Children With Spina Bifida: A Survey of Pediatric Physical Therapists5
The Keep Moving Together Telerehabilitation for Children With Cerebral Palsy: Protocol of a Randomized Trial5
Lower Limb Training Threshold Dose and Motor Learning Strategy Reporting in Children With Cerebral Palsy5
Chronic Pain in Young People With Cerebral Palsy: Activity Limitations and Coping Strategies5
Thank You All!4
Identification of Users’ Needs for Pediatric Upper Extremity Exoskeletons4
Physical Therapy Services During COVID-19 Pandemic: Perception of Families of Brazilian Children With Physical Disabilities4
Commentary on “Variation in Intensive Pediatric Physical Therapy Practice in the US: Results From a National Survey”4
Abstracts of the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Platform Presentations at the Combined Sections Meeting4
Fidelity of Delivery in a Multisite Randomized Clinical Trial of Intervention Efficacy for Infants With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy4
Inpatient Physical Therapy After Orthopedic Lower Extremity Surgery in Children With Cerebral Palsy4
Gait Training for Walking Acquisition in a Child with Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia: A Case Report4
Commentary on “Barriers and Facilitators to the Acceptance of eHealth Interventions by Dutch Pediatric Physical Therapists in Times of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mixed-Methods Approach”4
Commentary on “Parent Risk Perceptions, Physical Literacy, and Fundamental Movement Skills in Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis”4
Commentary on “Movement as a Gateway to Participation for Individuals With Neuromotor Conditions: A Scoping Review”4
Clinical Outcomes of an Intensity Program for Children With Movement Challenges4
Abundance of Evidence4
Abstracts of the APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Platform Presentations at the Combined Sections Meeting3
Intra and Inter-Rater Reliability and Convergent Validity of the Canadian Agility and Movement Skill Assessment (CAMSA) in Children With a Critical Congenital Heart Defect3
Development and Initial Evaluation of a Soft Ankle Support for Children With Ankle Impairments3
The General Movements Motor Optimality Score in High-Risk Infants: A Systematic Scoping Review3
Commentary on “Chronic Pain in Young People With Cerebral Palsy: Activity Limitations and Coping Strategies”3
The Validity and Reliability of the Seated Postural Control Measure in Cerebral Palsy3
Influence of Modified Instructions on Locomotion Subtest Scores Using the Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Second Edition3
No Evidence to Support Aquatic Therapy for Children With Cerebral Palsy, But Do Their Experiences Matter More?3
Commentary on “Hybrid Serial Casting for Children With Idiopathic Toe Walking: Safety and Effectiveness”3
Commentary on “Student Self-Efficacy in Pediatrics: Evaluation and Modification of the Pediatric Communication and Handling Self-Efficacy Scale”3
The Influence of the Weight of the Backpack on the Biomechanics of the Child and Adolescent: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis With a Meta-Regression3
Commentary on “START-Play Physical Therapy Intervention Indirectly Impacts Cognition Through Changes in Early Motor-Based Problem-Solving Skills”3
Functional Symmetry Observation Scale, Version 2: Reliability, Construct Validity, and Potential for Clinical Use3
I Would Like to Do It Very Much! Leisure Participation Patterns and Determinants of Brazilian Children and Adolescents With Physical Disabilities3
Measuring Physical Activity in Children Who Do Not Walk and With Cerebral Palsy: An Exploratory Case Series2
Abstracts of the APTA Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Poster Presentations at the Combined Sections Meeting2
Implementing Clinical Practice Guidelines for Improving Function in Cerebral Palsy: Development of a Fidelity Tool2
Commentary on “The Head Control Scale: Responsiveness and Concurrent Validity With the Alberta Infant Motor Scale”2
Inspiratory Training for Improving Respiratory Strength, Pulmonary Function, and Walking in Cerebral Palsy: A Meta-Analysis2
Environment Enrichment Strategies for Pre- and Post-Term Infants: A Summarized Communication From Pediatric Physical Therapists2
The Relationship Between Elbow Flexion Postures and Overhead Reaching in Birth Brachial Plexus Injuries2
Commentary on “Pediatric Assessments for Preschool Children in Digital Physical Therapy Practice: Results From a Scoping Review”2
Announcements2
Commentary on “Spasticity Measurement Tools and Their Psychometric Properties Among Children and Adolescents With Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review”2
Commentary on “The Reliability and Validity of Data Obtained With the Functional Gait Assessment Modified for Children”2
Practices of Physical Therapists Who Assist People With Cerebral Palsy in Brazil: A National Survey2
Motivation to Move in Toddlers With Cerebral Palsy2
Physical Therapy Management of Congenital Muscular Torticollis: A 2024 Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline From the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy2
Commentary on “Characterizing Pain Among Adolescents and Young Adults With Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita”2
Breech Birth Presentation and Intrauterine Constraint Factors and Their Association With Congenital Muscular Torticollis Severity2
Journey to 1 Million Steps: A Retrospective Case Series Analyzing the Implementation of Robotic-Assisted Gait Training Into an Outpatient Pediatric Clinic2
Commentary on “Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercise for Children Undergoing Treatment for Cancer: A Systematic Review”2
The Effects of Physical Therapy-Directed Early Mobilization in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis2
Responsiveness of AM-PAC 6 Clicks Basic Mobility Short Forms in the Pediatric Acute Care Setting2
Knowledge Competence and Behavior of Learners: Social Determinants of Health for Pediatric Physical Therapists2
Understanding Pediatric Physical Therapists’ Experiences With Middle Eastern Patients and Arabic Interpreters: A Qualitative Study2
Movement as a Gateway to Participation for Individuals With Neuromotor Conditions: A Scoping Review2
Announcements1
Letter to the Editor: Commentary on “Where’s the Evidence? Challenging Therapists to Stop Legitimizing Dynamic Movement Intervention and Cuevas Medek Exercises”1
Characterizing Pain Among Adolescents and Young Adults With Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita1
Announcements1
Announcements1
Pediatric Walking Speed Normal Reference Values in a Local Population1
High-Intensity Gait Training Intervention for Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Case Series1
Commentary on “Early Mobility and Crawling: Beliefs and Practices of Pediatric Physical Therapists in the United States”1
Commentary on “Pediatric Walking Speed Normal Reference Values in a Local Population”1
Maintenance of Functional Gains Following a Goal-Directed and FES-Assisted Cycling Program for Children With Cerebral Palsy1
Commentary on “Systematic Review to Inform the Developmental Coordination Disorder Clinical Practice Guideline Update: Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation”1
Parent Risk Perceptions, Physical Literacy, and Fundamental Movement Skills in Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis1
Does Delivery Format Matter? A Pilot Study Comparing Telehealth Versus Face-to-Face Movement Interventions for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder1
Commentary on “Object Permanence and the Relationship to Sitting Development in Infants With Motor Delays”1
Collaborative Therapist-Patient Decision Making: A Power-Based Exercise Program for an Adolescent With CMT1A1
Commentary on “Standardized Pediatric Outcome Measures in Physical Therapy: A Comparative Analysis of Educational and Clinical Practices”1
Effects of Hippotherapy on Postural Control in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review1
Scope of the Evidence1
Abstracts of Poster Presentations for the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Annual Conference 2023: Erratum1
Remembering Cindy Miles, PT, PhD1
Clinical Bottom Line for “Accuracy of the AM-PAC BMSF in Predicting Discharge Physical Therapy Referrals in Pediatric Acute Care”1
A Collaborative Approach to Optimize Participation in an Education Environment for Students With Bilateral Limb Loss: Case Report1
Agreement Between the Gross Motor Ability Estimator-2 and the Gross Motor Ability Estimator-3 in Young Children With Cerebral Palsy1
Commentary on “The Influence of the Weight of the Backpack on the Biomechanics of the Child and Adolescent: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis With a Meta-Regression”1
Health Promotion and Physical Wellness in Pediatric Physical Therapy1
Commentary on “Neonatal and Home-Based PT Improves Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Preterm Infants – A Randomized Clinical Trial”1
Physiological Response to the 6-Minute Frame Running Test in Children and Adults With Cerebral Palsy1
Commentary for “Inspiratory Training for Improving Respiratory Strength, Pulmonary Function, and Walking in Cerebral Palsy: A Meta-Analysis”1
Announcements1
Commentary on “Opportunities for Participation: A Mapping Review of Inclusive Physical Activity for Youth With Disabilities”1
Early Mobility and Crawling: Beliefs and Practices of Pediatric Physical Therapists in the United States1
Abstracts of Platform Presentations for the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Annual Conference 20241
Commentary on “Identification of Users’ Needs for Pediatric Upper Extremity Exoskeletons”1
The Role of Physical Therapists in Pediatric Health Promotion and Obesity Prevention: Comparison of Attitudes: Erratum1
Effect of Active Motor Learning Interventions on Gross Motor Function and Mobility in Children Aged 2 to 6 Years With Bilateral Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis1
Variation in Intensive Pediatric Physical Therapy Practice in the United States: Results From a National Survey1
Commentary on “Infant Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy Paired with Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation: A Feasibility Study”1
Commentary on “Current Trends for Children with Spina Bifida: A Survey of Pediatric Physical Therapists”1
Ready, Set, Move! Tracking Children's Modified Ride-On Car Use With a Custom Data Logger1
Commentary on “Infants With Congenital Muscular Torticollis Requiring Supplemental Physical Therapy Interventions”1
Early Conservative Physical Therapy Management of Babies With Obstetric Brachial Plexus Injury to Facilitate Spontaneous Recovery1
Commentary on “Efficacy of Interventions to Improve Object Contact and Exploration in Full-Term Infants: A Systematic Review”1
Introducing the i-Rainbow©: An Evidence-Based, Parent-Friendly Care Pathway Designed for Critically Ill Infants in the NICU Setting1
A Modification to the Assessment of Problem-Solving in Play to Enhance Its Utility: Evaluation of Validity, Responsiveness, and Reliability1
Commentary on “Validity and Reliability of Arch Height Index Measurement in Children With Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy”1
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