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Down Syndrome in Children

Down Syndrome, otherwise known as Trisomy 21, is a chromosomal disorder which is caused by having an extra copy of the 21st chromosome. A child affected by Down Syndrome may experience limited motor function, as well as problems with speech and communication, concentration and behaviour. However, no two people with Down Syndrome will demonstrate the exact same behaviour patterns, and the severity of each symptom may range from person to person. As a result, a child’s treatment needs to be specifically tailored to his condition and current stage of development.

Treatment for Down Syndrome

There are various therapies available that can help your child with Down Syndrome improve his motor functions, communication skills, behaviour and concentration. The sooner treatment begins, the better the prognosis. At Health in Motion, our ultimate objective is to teach patients the independence they need to be successful in their daily lives.

We are proud to have helped several children gain their independence in every aspect of their lives. Depending on your child's condition, we may use a variety of different therapies as a part of his treatment program. These could include:

• Massage Therapy - Massage therapy improves your child’s circulation and relieves tension and stiffness that may result from his condition. This helps to improve your child’s motor function.
• Functional Education - In functional education, we teach your child how to perform complete functions independently. Goals are achieved through explanation, guidance and the repetition of functions, games and movements. This improves your child’s motor development, range of movement and physical independence.
• Physiotherapy (Pediatric Rehabilitation)/Neuro Developmental Therapy - This treatment teaches a child functions such as crawling, sitting, standing and walking. In order to accomplish this, physiotherapists use specific remedial exercise regimes (based on the Bobath/NDT approach) which aim to decrease muscle spasms and improve the overall function of the patient.
• Speech Language & Communication Therapy - In speech language and communication therapy, we address problem areas including limited speech, life and communication skills. In doing so, we allow your child to develop ways that he can interact successfully with society, as well as strategies to overcome his or her learning difficulties.

LIFE Concept and Program

The LIFE Program was developed to help children with conditions such as Down syndrome learn to become independent in their daily function. Depending on your child’s condition, age and stage of development, the program is tailored to his specific needs, and covers all aspects of his life. This includes his cognitive, motor and social development.

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To Learn More

If you would like to find out how our LIFE Program can help your child, call us at (416) 250-1904, or send an email to info@healthinmotionrehab.com. We look forward to hearing from you!