Neurodevelopmental Physical Therapy Improves Spasticity, But Not Movement, in Children With CP, Study Reports

A physical therapy approach known as neurodevelopmental treatment can improve shaking but not movement in children with cerebral palsy, according to a South Korean study. The study, published in the Journal of Physical Therapy Science, was titled “Effect of neurodevelopmental treatment-based physical therapy on the change of muscle strength,…

Kids with Cerebral Palsy May See Improvement in Hand Function Using Nintendo Wii

A new study conducted by Turkish scientists suggests that Nintendo Wii could improve the hand function of children with cerebral palsy when combined with neurodevelopmental treatment. This suggests that Nintendo Wii could be used to offer a motivational, safe and enjoyable rehabilitation program alongside neurodevelopmental treatment.