Neurological Disability Interventions

Interventions

Medical intervention

Cerebral palsy/Spina Bifida

·         Often suffer from contractures - a permanent shortening of the muscles, tendons, and

ligaments that may result in postural distortion and decreased mobility.

·         Surgery

·         Orthotics

Epilepsy

·         Anti convulsion therapy for seizures

·         Drugs vs. side effects ( achieve maximum control with fewest side effects)

Head trauma injury

·         Medical intervention may reduce extent of damage with brain scan technology can pin

point injury sites

·         CT, MRI

Tourette Syndrome

·         Treated with anti hypersensitive medications such as Clonidine