An Intensive Model of Therapy for a Child with Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy: A Case Study

Background and Purpose: Intensive therapy (IT) programs for children with neurological disorders have changed pediatric rehabilitation; although, currently there is no conclusive evidence in support of appropriate protocols, outcome measures, frequency, duration, or intensity of sessions.

77% of children tested had change scores that exceeded those expected from receiving 12 months of typical intervention. (26 children tested)

Gracie Sauer's parents say her first visit in September paid dividends
Gracie Claire Sauer, a 2-year-old Boulder City girl who battles a mysterious neuromuscular disease daily, is back at the Napa Center in El Segundo, Calif., this week for three weeks of additional therapy on her body before returning home Dec. 6.