Ankle foot orthosis (AFO)Ankle foot orthosis (AFO) is a brace, usually made of plastic, that provides correction, support or protection.
ArticulationLearning to speak is a complicated process. The process of making speech sounds is called articulation.
Avascular necrosisAvascular Necrosis (AVN) is a disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to the bone.
BalanceIt is important to learn about balance, because we are all just one step away from a fall.
Brain crewThe brain is made up of several parts, and each part controls a different body function.
Children and hearing aidsInfants as early as 4 weeks old can be fitted with amplification such as hearing aids and assistive devices.
DysarthriaA brain tumor, stroke, or other brain injury can affect the muscles used in breathing, eating, and talking. It can cause these muscles to become weak, move slowly, or not move at all. This includes the muscles that work the mouth, face, jaw, palate, and vocal cords. The result can be a speech problem called dysarthria.
Great books for children 5 to 8 years oldAt this age, children are beginning readers. They are just starting to read by themselves. They still enjoy picture books but want to move on to books that are more grown-up.
Great books for children 8 to 12 years oldChildren ages 8-12 love "chapter books." Book series are good choices for this age group. Sometimes your child will want to read alone. Other times he will still like you to read to him.
Great books for infants and toddlersLap-time reading fosters feelings of warmth and security. It also expands your child's view of the world and his vocabulary (the number of words he knows).
Great books for preschoolersAs a parent, you are your child's first and most influential teacher. From a very early age, reading together is one of the best ways to share time with your child.
Great books for young adultsTeenagers are very busy people. They must juggle full academic loads, extra curricular activities, plus many social ties that typify teen years. It is hard to find time to read.
Hamstring flexibilityChildren treated for cancer often have tightness in the big group of muscles on the back of the thigh -- the hamstrings.
Hip precautionsHip precautions are positions and movements that should be avoided after hip surgery.
How to use a caneCanes are generally used when a little support is needed for balance and weakness.
How to use a walkerWalkers are more stable than crutches or canes. A walker will be recommended if you need a lot of support.
How to wear and care for a splintWearing a hand splint helps your child use his hands and arms better. The type of splint and when it needs to be worn depends on your child’s needs. Some children will wear the splint only when they are awake and active. Others may wear a splint only at night. Splints can be soft and flexible or hard and rigid.
Improving fine motor skillsIf your child’s hands and fingers are weak, he can have problems with fine motor skills, like writing. Making the muscles in your child’s hands stronger will help improve motor skills and control how his hands move.
Improving handwriting skillsThe ability to write clearly is a key part of how well your child does in school. Writing lets us share our thoughts and ideas with others. Besides helping your child do well in school, good handwriting will help them do well in life.
Living with one eyeA young child who grows up with only one eye will never know the difference. He will develop and learn along with his age group. Older children and adults who lose vision in one eye will need some time to adjust.
Medication effects on hearingCommonly used medications--both over-the-counter and prescribed--can damage hearing or aggravate an existing problem.
Neuropathic painNeuropathic pain is the kind of pain you feel when nerves are damaged or irritated.
One-handed shoe tyingTying your shoes with one hand may be hard at first, but using the steps on this handout will help you re-learn this daily task.
Passive shoulder range of motionPassive range of motion simply means that the body part (arm, leg) is moved by someone else to stretch the muscles. The patient does not help with this movement at all.
Peripheral neuropathyDamage to nerves may cause tingling, numbness or weakness in the hands and feet after treatment with certain chemotherapy drugs.
Preparing your child to readResearch shows that there are things that you can do with your child at home from an early age to help him become a successful reader.
Rehab for posterior fossa syndromeThe posterior fossa is an area near the back side of the base of the skull that contains parts of the brain called the brainstem and the cerebellum. If your child has surgery in this area, he may develop posterior fossa syndrome. The symptoms include problems with speech and language, motor skills, and mood changes. The Rehabilitation Services team may be able to help your child with some of these symptoms.
Rehabilitation and transplantThe transplant process is physically demanding. There are steps however that you can take to help your child maintain strength, flexibility, and endurance throughout treatment.
Sensorineural hearing lossSensorineural hearing loss is caused when something damages the inner ear, the auditory (hearing) nerve, or the parts of the brain that process sound.
Tracheostomy and a Passy-Muir valveSpeech is made by air that moves up from the lungs through the vocal cords. With a tracheostomy (trach), most of the air bypasses the vocal cords and exits through the trach tube. This alters or lessens the person’s ability to create speech.
Use of TENS for pain reliefA Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) unit is a small, battery-operated device about the size of a beeper.
Voice disordersWhat do voice disorders sound like? What causes voice disorders? How are voice disorders treated?
What is occupational therapy?At any age, we all have many occupations (tasks) that fill our daily routine. The lives of children are filled with basic skills such as eating, playing, and interacting well with family and friends.
When hands need helpAt first, dressing yourself, bathing, and eating might seem hard or impossible with one hand or with weak hands. Many times a few simple changes make these tasks easier...
Word-findingForming sentences is a complex process for anyone. Everyone occasionally has trouble finding the right word.
Yoga for kidsAll ages benefit from yoga. Postures incorporated in yoga are derived from movements that children naturally do.
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