Physiotherapy for children with cerebral palsy (CP) focuses on improving mobility, strength, flexibility, and function.
Services Offered
Assessment and Goal Setting
1. Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluating the child's physical abilities, including muscle tone, strength, range of motion, and functional skills.
2. Individualized Goal Setting: Setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals with the child and their family.
1. Stretching and Range of Motion Exercises: Maintaining or improving flexibility and joint mobility.
2. Strengthening Exercises: Enhancing muscle strength to improve mobility and function.
3. Gait Training: Teaching the child to walk safely and efficiently.
4. Balance and Coordination Exercises: Improving balance, coordination, and overall mobility.
5. Adaptive Equipment and Assistive Devices: Using equipment like walkers, orthotics, or wheelchairs to enhance mobility and independence.
1. Parent Education and Training: Educating parents on how to support their child's physiotherapy goals and incorporate exercises into daily routines.
2. Collaboration with Other Healthcare Professionals: Working with a multidisciplinary team, including occupational therapists, speech therapists, and medical professionals.
1. Regular Assessments: Monitoring the child's progress and adjusting the treatment plan as needed.
2. Adjusting Goals and Interventions: Modifying the treatment plan to reflect changes in the child's abilities and needs.
By incorporating these requirements, providing physiotherapy to help children with cerebral palsy achieve their full potential and improve their overall quality of life.
