Assistive Devices for Cerebral Palsy
Original Editor - Roelie Wolting
Top Contributors - Rucha Gadgil, Michelle Lee, Kim Jackson, Simisola Ajeyalemi, Naomi O'Reilly, Roelie Wolting, Laura Ritchie, Shaimaa Eldib, Olajumoke Ogunleye, Aminat Abolade, Lucinda hampton, Jess Bell, Nupur Smit Shah, Angeliki Chorti and Evan Thomas
Top Contributors - Rucha Gadgil, Michelle Lee, Kim Jackson, Simisola Ajeyalemi, Naomi O'Reilly, Roelie Wolting, Laura Ritchie, Shaimaa Eldib, Olajumoke Ogunleye, Aminat Abolade, Lucinda hampton, Jess Bell, Nupur Smit Shah, Angeliki Chorti and Evan Thomas
Introduction [edit | edit source]
The information on this page has developed for you from the expert work of Roelie Wolting alongside the Enablement Cerebral Palsy Project and Handicap International Group.
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Introduction to Assistive Devices[edit | edit source]
Many children with cerebral palsy can be more independent with the help of (simple) equipment.
Some children with cerebral palsy need (simple) equipment in order to prevent contractures and deformities.
Some principles:
There is not one size which fits all.
So: you will not find all answers here. Be creative and find different ideas.
Discuss with the child and the family first: do not give people equipment because you think it is needed. Make sure the family wants to use it.
Children grow, so the equipment should grow with them!
