9/12/226 Common Challenges for Adults with CP
There’s a lot of focus on children with CP. But children with CP grow into adults, with their own set of challenges that aren’t as frequently talked about.
6/24/225 reliable websites for parents of children with cerebral palsy
Finding reliable and useful resources on cerebral palsy can be a bit of a struggle. Here are five favourites–in no particular order–that you might find useful.
3/28/22Things we can do to benefit hip joint development
Varied movement and activation of the muscles around the hip joint are important to help the joint develop in people with physical disabilities.
3/16/22The hip is slipping out of place – so what do we do?
The hip is slipping out of place – so what do we do? How can we prevent hip dislocation?
3/8/22Why do hip problems occur, and can they be prevented?
People with physical disabilities such as CP are at increased risk of developing problems with their hips.
2/10/22New study - Activity has positive effect on lactate in people with CP
Children with CP, GMFCS IV and V have high levels of blood lactate at rest which can be positively affected with dynamic standing exercise.
8/17/21How to manage pain in children and adults with cerebral palsy
Pain affects quality of life in people with CP and should be managed carefully throughout life.
7/6/216 things you should know about spasticity!
Spasticity is abnormal muscle tightness and is commen for people with CP, MS, SCI and ABI.