Training Program for Cerebral Palsy

Background and Purpose This training program is for Bob, a male eleven year-old student with cerebral palsy. This requires him to use a wheelchair most of the time although he is able to stand and walk for short distances of approximately 30 feet when there is something to hang on to for stability. With more muscular training, that distance could be increased greatly as the only reason he cannot continue is fatigue and therefore the risk …

…in the water as the pool has the equipment for this. Conclusion Through discussion with Bob I have found that he quite enjoys this program as he loves to be in the pool and can already see his own progress in balance. The days were chosen to provide a six day program with two days in the pool however Bob is usually busy with family on Sundays so that was made a designated day off.