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A parent-centred approach to physiotherapy for their handicapped children

L von Wendt, L Ekenberg, D Dagis

    Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology
    |August 1, 1984
    PubMed

    Insights

    Parents in rural Sweden successfully provided daily physiotherapy for handicapped children. Close supervision and support ensured parents were not overstrained by this vital role.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Rehabilitation Medicine
    • Family-Centered Care

    Background:

    • Physiotherapy for handicapped children in remote areas presents unique challenges.
    • Parental involvement is crucial for consistent therapeutic interventions.
    • Limited access to specialized healthcare professionals in sparsely populated regions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate a parent-centered physiotherapy model for handicapped children in northern Sweden.
    • To assess the feasibility and impact of daily home-based therapy administered by parents.
    • To understand the support needs and challenges faced by parents in this model.

    Main Methods:

    • A parent-centered model was implemented, with parents delivering daily physiotherapy.
    • Supervision was provided by physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
    • A questionnaire was used to collect data from participating families.

    Main Results:

    • Out of 39 responding families, 26 reported their child received daily therapy.
    • Both parents participated in therapy in most families.
    • Eight families reported experiencing difficulties with the training process.

    Conclusions:

    • The parent-centered physiotherapy model is viable in sparsely inhabited regions.
    • High parental involvement is manageable with adequate supervision and support.
    • Economic and emotional support are critical for the success of parent-centered interventions.

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