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.
How to access a Made for Movement device where you live – a short guide
You have decided you want one of Made for Movement’s assistive devices to improve the quality of life. The decision has been made – now what?
[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.
Why do hip problems occur, and can they be prevented?
Children, young people and adults with physical disabilities such as cerebral palsy are at increased risk of developing problems with their hips. The hip can become completely dislocated over time; a phenomenon…
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…