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Core Stability Exercises Improve Hand Function in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Did you know that core stability exercises can improve hand functions in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy? Recent research examined the effectiveness of core stability exercises on hand functions in 52 children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (ages 6-8 years old).

Did you know that core stability exercises can improve hand functions in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy? Recent research examined the effectiveness of core stability exercises on hand functions in 52 children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (ages 6-8 years old). Methodology The children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy were randomly assigned to two (control and study) […]

Breathing Exercises for Cerebral Palsy

Pediatric therapists often work with children to work on their pulmonary function and provide breathing exercises for cerebral palsy

Did you know that pulmonary dysfunction is the leading cause of death in people with cerebral palsy? Pediatric therapists, especially Physical Therapists, often work with children to work on their pulmonary function and provide breathing exercises for cerebral palsy. Physical Therapy recently published research on this topic. The purpose of the study on breathing exercises […]

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Want to Improve Hand Function in Cerebral Palsy? Try Neck and Trunk Exercises

Want to Improve Hand Function in Cerebral Palsy? Try Neck and Trunk Exercises

Do you work with children who have cerebral palsy and want to improve their hand function? One study indicates that neck and trunk exercises can help! Study on Exercise, Cerebral Palsy and Hand Function The Journal of Physical Therapy Science published research examining the effects of neck and trunk stabilization exercises on hand function and […]

Muscle Strengthening and Walking in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Pediatric Physical Therapy published research on muscle strengthening and walking in children with cerebral palsy.

Pediatric Physical Therapy published research on muscle strengthening and walking in children with cerebral palsy. The purpose of this research was to determine whether changes in lower-limb muscle strength can make changes in walking capacity following 14-week periods of usual care, power training and follow-up for children with spastic cerebral palsy. Methodology A previous study […]

Upper Extremity Training Improved Whole Body Movements for Children with Cerebral Palsy

Did you know that recent research indicates that CIMT and HABIT upper extremity training improves whole body movements?

Do you work with children who have a diagnosis of hemiplegia? Many of you are probably familiar with the benefits of Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) and Hand Arm Bimanual Intensive Therapy (HABIT) for children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy. Did you know that recent research also indicates that this type of upper extremity training […]

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8 Playtime and Toy Modifications for Children with Cerebral Palsy or Other Disabilities

Are you in search of toy modifications for children with cerebral palsy or other disabilities? Whether it be at home, daycare, school or extracurricular activities, children with disabilities may benefit from modifications during playtime. The best way to think about the topic of children with cerebral palsy and toy modifications is to always remember that […]

Body Representation in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Recent research was published in Brain Sciences about body representation in children with cerebral palsy. The researchers explored Body Semantics, Body Structural Representation and Body Schema 33 children with cerebral palsy compared to 103 typically developing children.

Recent research was published in Brain Sciences about body representation in children with cerebral palsy. The researchers explored Body Semantics, Body Structural Representation and Body Schema 33 children with cerebral palsy compared to 103 typically developing children. What is Body Representation? In this study the researchers defined body representation as three parts: Body Schema – […]