Also available as pdf file:  Hand Play PDF A child with hemiparesis sometimes has excess muscle tone in the hand.  They may have problems isolating finger movement, turning their hand over (palm up), holding their wrist at a proper angle, […]

Speech Therapy Communication differences are usually diagnosed by a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP), sometimes known as a Speech Therapist. These therapists can use a multimodality approach with little ones: Visual – using pictures; modeling the sound while the […]

Pediatric physical therapy (PT) is conducted by a licensed physical therapist who has graduated from an accredited physical therapy degree program. Most children who have hemiplegia receive services from a physical therapist. This type of therapy will help your child reach developmental milestones […]

Occupational therapists (OTs) help children with hemiplegia improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living.  They help children succeed in their “occupation” of learning, playing, and growing.  When skill and strength cannot be developed or improved, occupational therapy […]

Children with hemiplegia may have vision abnormalities. In a study conducted in Italy in 2001, 80% of children with congenital or early acquired hemiplegic cerebral palsy showed abnormal results in at least one visual test. Children with a diagnosis of […]

Learn More About Pediatric Stroke Pediatric Stroke Awareness  – Everything you need to get started! –  Click here for Fact Sheet, Awareness Month Ideas, How to Host a Pediatric Stroke Event, How to Share Your Child’s Story, Proclamations , Videos, […]

What is Hemiplegia? Hemiplegia in infants and children is a type of Cerebral Palsy that results from damage to the part (hemisphere) of the brain that controls muscle movements.  This damage may occur before, during or shortly after birth. The […]

We struggle to answer those sometimes rather unusual and often private questions from strangers, family and friends. Below we share some ways that parents of children with hemiplegia have handled these questions. Parents Speak – Questions from Strangers Teach your […]

CHASA connects families of children with hemiplegia, mild cerebral palsy, or pediatric stroke. You are not alone! We also connect adults who’ve had hemiplegia since childhood. Join one of our Facebook Groups to connect with others in your community. If […]

Apnea means cessation of breathing. It is common for premature newborn infants to stop breathing for a few seconds. They almost always restart on their own, but occasionally they need stimulation or other drug therapy to maintain regular breathing. The […]

Families of children with hemiplegia may experience financial challenges. Some of these challenges include:  no or inadequate insurance coverage, insurance coverage with high co-pays and deductibles,  not qualifying for government assistance because they make just a little too much money, limited number […]

What Is Early Intervention? Early intervention is a system of services that helps babies and toddlers who are experiencing developmental delays or disabilities. It’s a way to help children with hemiplegia, pediatric stroke or other related conditions catch up. Early intervention […]

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