Description of the Condition
List 2 symptoms of spina bifida
Back pain, Bowel and bladder issues, Leg weakness, Loss of feeling or sensation
What are some ways an OTA can promote independence during sessions?
Provide cues, practice, and adaptive strategies
List 2 possible specific interventions for a child with spina bifida
Ball toss, Hippotherapy
At what point during pregnancy does spina bifida develop?
During the first 3–4 weeks of pregnancy
How can an OTA grade an activity for a child with spina bifida?
Can make it easier or harder depending on child’s abilities
Explain the OTA's general role in helping children with spina bifida
Perform an activity analysis, plan a treatment plan, implement a client centered treatment plan
What causes spina bifida?
When the fetus’s spine and spinal cord do not close properly.
How does an OTA ensure safety during interventions?
Monitor/observe the child, using proper positioning, adjust activities if needed.
What would a "ball toss" intervention help with for a child with spina bifida?
Targeting dynamic standing balance, gross motor skills, upper body strength, and range of motion