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Stereotypical hand movements

We investigated the occurrence of different types of hand stereotypies and whether they were more frequent in one hand or the other.

Level of purposeful hand function as a marker of clinical severity in Rett syndrome

We developed a measure of hand function, and then investigated relationships between hand function, type of MECP2 mutation, age and severity of symptoms.

Clinical guidelines for management of bone health in Rett syndrome based on expert consensus and available evidence

In order to help doctors and families reduce the risk of fractures, we developed clinical guidelines for managing bone health in Rett syndrome.

Early determinants of fractures in Rett syndrome

We wanted to compare the frequency of fracture episodes, and factors associated with a fracture, in females with Rett syndrome, compared to general population.

Surgical fusion of early onset severe scoliosis increases survival in Rett syndrome: a cohort study

Our study investigated the impacts of spinal fusion on survival and the risk of developing respiratory infections in females with Rett syndrome.

Family satisfaction following spinal fusion in Rett syndrome: a cohort study

This study evaluated sixty-one families' satisfaction following spinal fusion in girls with Rett syndrome.

Parental experiences of scoliosis management

We investigated what parents thought about the ways to manage scoliosis and what they thought they needed to help them better manage their daughter's scoliosis.

Impact of scoliosis surgery on daily living

We wanted to examine the effects of spinal fusion surgery to treat scoliosis on the functional abilities of girls and women with Rett syndrome.

Movement Disorders

Our vision is to increase awareness and improve outcomes for children with movement disorders and other neurodevelopmental conditions impacting on motor function.

Measurement and Resources

We aim to ensure that high quality outcome measures are available to evaluate treatments and services for children with disability rigorously. We aim to translate our research into resources to support families, carers and clinicians.