Why Is Early Childhood Intervention so Important?
Early intervention during the first two years of life is critical for learning tasks, because this is the time when the brain is most likely to adapt and learn.
[Video] This Is How Selma Lives with Retts syndrome
Innowalk and adaptations make Selma able to live an active and enjoyable life despite a few challenges.
Meet Live, a 4-year-old girl with Rett syndrome who loves action
Live is a tender and cheerful 4-year-old girl. She’s diagnosed with Rett syndrome, but has a more atypical disease course , which means she cannot sit, stand or walk. Live makes good eye contact and has learned to…
What Is Rett Syndrome?
Rett syndrome is a rare genetic neurological disorder that occurs almost exclusively in girls. It affect s the brain development and causes a progressive loss of motor skills and cognitive function.
How to manage pain in children and adults with cerebral palsy
Three out of four people with cerebral palsy (CP) experience pain. It is a complex, secondary condition compromising functional abilities and quality of life. Pain assessment is often challenging to perform,…
5 things you should know about scoliosis
Scoliosis is a sideway curvature of the spine and o ften occurs second ary to a neuromuscular disorder, such as Cerebral palsy , spina bifida and spinal cord injury. People with a more severe condition are at higher…
Intensive training for children with CP – why and how?
A big question that often arises when we discuss physical therapy for children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) is dosing. How much therapy is considered to be enough?
How Can You Live a Fulfilling Life with Fatigue and Cerebral Palsy?
Fatigue is a common symptom for people with cerebral palsy (CP). Although there are no specific treatments for fatigue, there are still things you can do.