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ArticleIntestinal Failure (New York, N.Y.)

Physical function, physical activity, muscle strength, and body composition: Clinical practice recommendations in pediatric intestinal failure and transplantation-position statement of the International Intestinal Rehabilitation and Transplant Association Allied Health Committee.

Catherine Patterson, Stephanie So, Dianna Yanchis, Taru Palsa, Jemma Mears, Dorsa Fathianpour, Sydney Dempster, Bianca Bondi, Esther Neelis, Christina Belza

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Catherine PattersonDepartment of Rehabilitation Services, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Stephanie SoDepartment of Rehabilitation Services, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Dianna YanchisGroup for Improvement of Intestinal Function and Treatment (GIFT), The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada.
Taru PalsaHelsinki University Hospital, New Children's Hospital, Helsinki, Finland.
Jemma MearsPhysiotherapy Department, Birmingham Children's Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Dorsa FathianpourDepartment of Physical Therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Sydney DempsterDepartment of Physical Therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Bianca BondiResearch Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada.
Esther NeelisDepartment of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Christina BelzaGroup for Improvement of Intestinal Function and Treatment (GIFT), The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada.

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Background: Pediatric survival rates in intestinal failure (IF) and transplant (ITx) have improved over time. However, surgery and prolonged hospitalization can impact motor function and levels of physical activity (PA), which is an essential health behaviour for physical, social, and mental health. This position paper provides clinical recommendations to optimize PA, strength, and exercise in children with IF and ITx. Methods: A working group of the IIRTA Allied Health committee conducted a literature review, identifying relevant articles between 2000 and 2023. Key recommendations were based on scientific evidence and expert-informed opinion. Results: Research indicates children with IF have altered body composition and lower physical function, PA, and muscle strength compared to healthy peers. They also have a higher prevalence of motor delays and an increased risk of sarcopenia pre-and post-ITx. Although exercise can potentially improve these outcomes, parents report unique barriers to PA including central lines and medical appliances. Key recommendations include:1) Early intervention with rehabilitation specialists in hospital and on discharge to the community.2) Education related to PA guidelines including aerobic intensity and strengthening activities.3) Provision of individualized exercise plans with communication and support in school/community settings.4) Ongoing screening at out-patient visits to monitor body composition, strength, and PA and address potential barriers and safety issues.5) Prioritizing multi-center research on PA benefits and effective interventions. Conclusions: This position paper offers actionable steps to optimize physical function, PA, and exercise, and highlights the need for research on exercise efficacy, safety, and intervention in this population.

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Body compositionIntestinal failureIntestinal transplantMuscle strengthPhysical activityPhysical function

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PMCPMC13051960

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