How can people with disabilities benefit from occupational therapy?
We have previously talked about physical therapy and how it has the opportunity to enrich an individual’s life. But what about occupational therapy?
The benefits of goal directed training for individuals with disabilities
For an intervention to be goal directed training, it has to begin with a goal, which must be practiced until achieved. But what does goal directed training for patients with disabilities entail?
What is Hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy can help children and adults who are liable to lose strength and muscle bulk because of their inability to move independently. Thanks to the weightlessness of the water, they are able to stand upright…
Interview with Katarina Lauruschkus: Physical activity for everyone
Physical activity is important for everyone, including children with disabilities. Not only is it essential for health benefits, such as increasing the mobility and functionality, but it can also give a sense of…
Kids Physio London: private practice maximising children’s potential
Kids Physio London (KPL) is a private practice with highly dedicated and competent physiotherapists, serving children with special needs and their families. They always work closely together with the family to…
Transitioning from Youth to Adulthood with CP – Insights from Joakim
The transition from youth to adulthood can be challenging, especially if you happen to have cerebral palsy (CP). Where am I going to live? What kind of assistance is available? There’s a lot to think about, but…
Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Computer Adaptive Test (PEDI-CAT)
There is a continuous need of assessing patients. Either to understand the severity of a diagnosis, to predict future outcome, to plan interventions, or to measure outcomes/effectiveness of interventions.
Why 24-hour posture care management is key
Healthy individuals are able to adopt the three core postures, lying, sitting and standing. They are also able to freely move in and out of them. For someone with movement difficulties, poor postural care can have…