The Case for Parent-Implemented Programs to Mitigate Musculoskeletal Complications in Children With Severe Cerebral Palsy in Resource-Limited Settings

Shayne R van Aswegen; Mark T Richards; Brenda M Morrow

doi:10.9745/GHSP-D-23-00463

The Case for Parent-Implemented Programs to Mitigate Musculoskeletal Complications in Children With Severe Cerebral Palsy in Resource-Limited Settings

Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024 Dec 20;12(6):e2300463. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-23-00463. Print 2024 Dec 20.

Authors

Shayne R van Aswegen¹, Mark T Richards², Brenda M Morrow²

Affiliations

¹ Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa. shaco2@me.com.
² Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.

Abstract

Children with severe cerebral palsy are vulnerable to orthopedic complications, particularly in resource-limited settings, which can compound disability. A focus on home-based programs may help to improve their quality of life and participation.