John is a 4 year old child with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy (CP). I am his occupational therapist. We interact for only 1 hour per week, hardly enough to make a difference in each other's lives. Yet, because I embrace the approach called Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT), John's life does change; and because he and his family interact with me, my life changes too.
NDT theory is geared for persons with Central Nervous System dysfunction. Diagnoses may include CP, Down Syndrome, Metabolic Disorders, genetic disorders and a variety of syndromes that impact motor control. NDT certification is available for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech pathologists who work with either children or adults. The pediatric certification process is a lengthy process that is completed after several years of experience in your chosen field. Thus, an NDT certified therapist has more experience and practical education to treat Motor Control disorders than a non-NDT certified therapist.
An NDT certified therapist looks at the whole child and his family to determine goals and treatment strategies that will increase a child's function and independence. The therapist then uses a variety of handling techniques during the therapy session to limit the impact of motor impairments and give the child opportunities to practice different types of movement. With more practice and facilitation by the therapist, the new movement becomes automatic and the child is then able to incorporate that movement into daily life.
To find an NDT certified therapist in your area contact www.ndta.org. We have many therapists at Child and Family Development in Charlotte who are NDT certified or have taken courses to work towards NDT certification.
NDT theory is geared for persons with Central Nervous System dysfunction. Diagnoses may include CP, Down Syndrome, Metabolic Disorders, genetic disorders and a variety of syndromes that impact motor control. NDT certification is available for occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech pathologists who work with either children or adults. The pediatric certification process is a lengthy process that is completed after several years of experience in your chosen field. Thus, an NDT certified therapist has more experience and practical education to treat Motor Control disorders than a non-NDT certified therapist.
An NDT certified therapist looks at the whole child and his family to determine goals and treatment strategies that will increase a child's function and independence. The therapist then uses a variety of handling techniques during the therapy session to limit the impact of motor impairments and give the child opportunities to practice different types of movement. With more practice and facilitation by the therapist, the new movement becomes automatic and the child is then able to incorporate that movement into daily life.
To find an NDT certified therapist in your area contact www.ndta.org. We have many therapists at Child and Family Development in Charlotte who are NDT certified or have taken courses to work towards NDT certification.
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