Physical Disabilities
Physical Disabilities will impact on how the child and young person can move their body. There are many causes and severities of Physical Disabilities. These can include neurological conditions, such as Cerebral Palsy; neuromuscular conditions, such as muscular dystrophy and rheumatological conditions. We recognise that every child and young person is an individual and their disability will impact their daily function in different ways. We focus on building on their strengths and helping them reach their potential at a pace that’s right for them. This is a team effort, done together with the important adults in the child and young person’s life.
The most common causes of physical disability include:
- muscular dystrophies
- spina bifida
- cerebral palsy
Find resources and support
See allAccessories for toilet training and going to the toilet
Resource
Accessories that can be used to support with mealtimes
Resource
Bladder and Bowel UK
National support
Body awareness in PE – tips and advice
Resource
CFHD Occupational Therapy telephone advice line
Resource
Devon Carers: local support for parents and carers
Local support