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Opinion  |  04:10:19
What issues do children with cerebral palsy face when trying to gain access to mainstream education and EHC plans
Education is a vital part of any child's development, but if they have a disability like cerebral palsy accessing it can be difficult. Here Sarah White from our team explains how EHC plans can help kids get on in school and the challenges faced in obtaining them.
Opinion  |  04:10:19
Litigation – Experiences and views of parents of children who suffered brain injuries at birth
In the lead up to World CP day on 6 October 2019 we have taken some time to focus on the ‘Making a Contribution’ element of the ‘We Are Here’ campaign and to consider how we, as clinical negligence lawyers, can gain a better understanding of how parents of children with Cerebral Palsy feel about the litigation process. We want to ensure that we are aware of all the things that we can do to make the litigation process less stressful and to offer all the support that we can.
Opinion  |  04:10:19
Four ways play therapy can help kids with cerebral palsy
In the lead up to World Cerebral Palsy Day on 6 October 2019 we are taking some time to focus on the therapy available for children with cerebral palsy on a local level. We have found out about an inspirational and unique leisure facility nearby in Bristol, for children and young adults with disabilities called Gympanzees.
Opinion  |  03:10:19
Having a child with cerebral palsy – a personal perspective
With World Cerebral Palsy Day approaching, Sarah White relays the perspective of a family whose child has cerebral palsy.
Uncategorised  |  03:10:19
Five ways physiotherapy can make a difference to someone with cerebral palsy
World Cerebral Palsy Day is a great opportunity to focus the world’s attention on the millions of people affected by cerebral palsy and those who support them. Here, Abigail Ringer from our Medical Negligence team interviews Dr Heather Epps, Physiotherapist of Children’s Neuro Physio, who has made it her mission to enhance the lives of children affected by cerebral palsy through the provision of physiotherapy. Read on to discover five ways that physiotherapy can make a difference to individuals with cerebral palsy.
Uncategorised  |  02:10:19
What you need to know about World Cerebral Palsy Day
In advance of World Cerebral Palsy Day, an important date in the calendar to raise awareness of cerebral palsy and celebrate those who help people with the condition, we help you understand everything about the awareness event.
Uncategorised  |  02:10:19
Is it possible to get active with cerebral palsy? With the help of these charities: yes!
Cerebral palsy affects different people in different ways but regardless of a person’s abilities, I think that everyone deserves to reach their full potential. Happily, there are several UK charities dedicated to making this happen.
Opinion  |  30:09:19
Four areas of transformative technology for cerebral palsy
Technology is advancing everyday: some for the general good of humankind and some for the not so good. Here Abigail Ringer looks at the transformative power of technology for the benefit of people affected by cerebral palsy. From communication aids to computer games for rehabilitation, there is no doubt that technology can improve the lives of us all.
Case Study  |  19:08:19
£11.1 million compensation for 16 year old boy affected by cerebral palsy in a claim against Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
RWK Goodman’s Kerstin Scheel and Hannah Blackwell acted for a 16 year old boy, J, who suffered from a shortage of oxygen at the time of his birth at Cheltenham General Hospital.
Uncategorised  |  31:01:19
Welcome news for adults with cerebral palsy – the new guidelines from NICE
Following new guidance from NICE on how to support adults with cerebral palsy, our specialist birth injury team reviews what it means and the effect it might have on people's lives.
Baby's hand shown being held by a parent
Opinion  |  18:10:18
How brain injury occurs with shoulder dystocia, and the effects
Shoulder dystocia occurs when a baby’s shoulders become stuck during birth. If this occurs, oxygen starvation may happen as the baby’s head is delivered and prior to delivery of the body. If prompt action is not taken, there is a chance of the child suffering a brain injury.  That chance will increase the longer they are stuck.
Uncategorised  |  29:06:17
£8.7 million compensation for 20 year old man affected by cerebral palsy and epilepsy in a claim against NHS West Midlands
Kerstin Scheel, Partner specialising in birth injury claims at RWK Goodman, acted for a 20 year old man, J, who suffered from a shortage of oxygen at the time of his birth at Nuneaton Maternity Hospital.
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