Motor trajectories of children born <30 weeks' gestation from birth to 5 years: early predictors and functional implications [ 2016 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Alicia Spittle (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Deanne Thompson ,  A/Pr Jeanie Cheong ,  A/Pr Jennifer Mcginley ,  A/Pr Katherine Lee
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Brief description Motor problems, ranging from clumsiness to cerebral palsy, are one of the most common adverse outcomes in children born early. This study will investigate the motor development of children born <30 weeks’ gestation compared with peers born at term from birth to 5 years. We will determine whether early clinical evaluations or neuroimaging in the newborn period can predict later motor impairment at 5 years to be able to identify those who will benefit most from early intervention.

Funding Amount $AUD 686,998.29

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