Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy SDR
Here at Ability Therapies, our experts are experienced to recognise those children who should be considered for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy SDR surgery
Whilst supporting those children who have had confirmation of suitability for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy SDR, to be as strong as they can be pre and post-surgery.
Pre and Post SDR therapy session include: Ability Therapies Experts recognise the importance of Physiotherapy and they are excellent at setting bespoke treatment goals for each individual who has undergone SDR. For some children, this will mean the opportunity to improve their mobility and potentially reduce their level of support, and for others it might be an improved quality of life with reduced discomfort, reduced restriction of movement and the opportunity to transition into different positions. Regardless of your child’s ability/GMFCS level, therapy will always have the underlying theme of encouraging your child to be as independent as possible. Here at Ability Therapies, our experts have significant experience treating a variety of children both pre and post-SDR surgery, with the great understanding about the trajectory of what should be expected at the different stages post op for children at different functional and GMFCS levels. We will always aspire to work closely with the NHS in order to provide the best treatment. Our Therapist’s follow evidence based therapy practise in order to ensure that the foundations of strength and stability are always prevalent within our sessions. This will include:
Our goal at Ability Therapies is to help children maximise every ability and reach their full potential!
