AIMS
To be able to care effectively for those with Cerebral Palsy
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will:
- Know what Cerebral Palsy is
- Be aware of the signs and causes of Cerebral Palsy
- Understand that there are different forms of Cerebral Palsy
- Know how Cerebral Palsy is managed
- Be aware of different therapies for Cerebral Palsy
- Be aware of drug treatments for Cerebral Palsy
- Be aware of surgical procedures used
- Know different conditions related to Cerebral Palsy
- Know different treatments for related conditions
- Know what Dystonia is
- Be aware of treatments for Dystonia
- Know what Scoliosis is
LESSONS AND TOPICS
What is Cerebral Palsy?
- About Cerebral Palsy
- Early Signs
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Forms of Cerebral Palsy
- Associated Conditions
How is Cerebral Palsy Managed?
- Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Recreational Therapy
- Speech Therapies
- Drooling Treatments
Drug Treatments
- Oral Medication
- Botulinum Toxin (BT-A)
- Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy
Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy
- Orthotic Devices
- Assistive Technology
Treating Associated Conditions
- Epilepsy
- Incontinence
- Osteopenia
- Pain
Dystonia
- What is Dystonia?
- Types of Dystonia
- Other causes of Dystonia
- Treating Dystonia
Scoliosis
- What is Scoliosis?
- Back Pain
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