Spasticity
Many parents of disabled children would like to know what spasticity exactly is and what the causes of their child’s limbs rigidity are. Let’s have a look at the factors that are responsible for this disbalance of muscle tone. Traditional approach links it to a malfunction of the brain and spinal cord. ABR looks at it in a broader way, not only muscle-related, and consequently plays an important role not only in reducing, but also treating, spasticity. What is spasticity, exactly? Spasticity can be explained as involuntary and velocity-dependent muscle tone that hinder normal movement. Theories pointing the brain as the only responsible
Aoibheann’s journey
Read the original article here. Glengormley mum on "shocking improvements" that have given daughter a better quality of life The seven-year-old is now able to sing due to improvements made thanks to ABR therapy [caption id="attachment_20092" align="alignnone" width="300"] Aoibheann (right) with one of her younger sisters[/caption] A Glengormley mum has spoken of the treatment that's giving her young daughter more freedom. Aoibheann O'Connor, who turns eight next week, was born prematurely at 28 weeks and developed hydrocephalus and cerebral palsy due to a brain hemorrhage shortly after birth. She was previously unable to sit or walk unaided as a toddler, but now, thanks to treatment she
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy CP is used as an umbrella term. Below is an explanation and a further insight into what CP is and what causes it. We also explain how it can affect the body and the important role ABR can play to treat CP. What is Cerebral Palsy, or CP? Cerebral Palsy is a disorder that affects all postural and movement abilities. It is caused by damage to the brain that translates into postural and muscular issues (floppiness or rigidity of the limbs), etc. According to the classic medical world there are 4 types of cerebral palsy: Spastic cerebral palsy Dyskinetic cerebral palsy Ataxic
Functions: why does ABR NOT focus directly on them?
Krista answers some of the most asked questions from parents about ABR.
The ABC of ABR – E – Energy
For the letter E, we will give you more information about energy and how ABR therapy will shift the body into a more efficient energy-use which is needed to rebuild the foundation of the body.
What makes ABR different to other therapies?
Krista answers some of the most asked questions from parents about ABR.
The ABC of ABR – D – Development
For the letter D, we will give you more information about development and if your child is using the right strategies.
Where does ABR belong in the rehabilitation system?
Krista answers some of the most asked questions from parents about ABR.
The ABC of ABR – C – Comfort zone and learning
For the letter C, we will give you more information about how important it is to let a child learn new things in a comfortable way.
The ABC of ABR – B – Body map in the brain
In the ABC of ABR, you learn more about the bodymap in the brain.