Assessment for therapy and daily function
Approach to assessment The framework for all assessments is outlined to synthesise various approaches. This avoids use of assessment methods focused on any one therapy system. The framework consists of…
Learning motor function
A child does not move by neurophysiology alone. The ability to move is also dependent on learning processes. Learning depends on active movement initiated by a child as much as…
A collaborative learning approach
Working with parents Today, therapists recognise the importance of working with the parents of each child and for some time home programmes have been shown to them (Collis l947; Finnie…
Management of deformity
Causes of deformities and aims of therapy and management (1) Immobility. (2) Hypotonicity. (3) Hypertonicity. (4) Weakness – general or specific. (5) Co-contraction and synergies (movement patterns). (6) Abnormal reflex…
The clinical picture for therapy and management
The motor dysfunction The brain damage results in disorganised and delayed development of the neurological mechanisms of postural control, balance and movement. The muscles activated for these motor aspects are…
Motor function and the child’s daily life
Motor function in feeding, dressing, toileting, washing, bathing, play and communication Those below are of particular significance, although all motor functions are needed (see Levitt 1994).Activate the motor abilities at…
Outline of treatment approaches
Muscle education and braces W.M. Phelps, an orthopaedic surgeon in Baltimore, was one of the pioneers in the treatment of cerebral palsy who encouraged physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists…
Synthesis of treatment systems
The eclectic viewpoint in therapy In Chapter 4, there is a discussion on the lack of scientific evidence for theories and methods of therapy approaches in cerebral palsy. Based on…
Therapeutic group work
In speech therapy for stimulation of communication and development of speech and language. In occupational therapy for perceptual training, for play involving perceptual motor function, for recreation, social interaction and…
The older person with cerebral palsy
Role of the physiotherapist and occupational therapist The role of a physiotherapist is valuable as maintained or any increased motor control may contribute to an individual’s participation in social, educational…
