Orthopaedic impairment Samuel Torres and Ajani Saldana SLIDESMANIA.COM Here is where you add your talking points. 01 Orthopaedic Impairment 02 Cerebral Palsy Information information 03 3 Educational Strategies 04 SLIDESMANIA.COM A short video depicting student’s with this disability receiving education 01 What is an Orthopaedic Impairment A child’s disability that affects a bone, joint, or muscle severe enough to affect the child’s performance in school SLIDESMANIA.COM Causes Of Orthopaedic Impairment ● Musculoskeletal Disorders ○ Disorders of the bones and muscles ● Neuromotor Impairments ○ Impairment involves the central nervous system ● Degenerative Diseases ○ Affect motor movement ○ Structure or function of a body tissue progressively worsening. SLIDESMANIA.COM ● Orthopedic Impairments from Other Causes ○ Amputation, injury due to an accident, severe burns, etc. 02 Cerebral Palsy Cerebral Palsy, as defined by the CDC; is the product of several disorders that adversely affects an individual’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. SLIDESMANIA.COM Cerebral Palsy: Causation According to the NICHD; Cerebral palsy is usually developed before, during or shortly after birth. There are many cases in where even much time after birth, the disability may develop. SLIDESMANIA.COM 03 Educational Strategies Ways to help children with Orthopaedic Impairments in schools SLIDESMANIA.COM Three Educational Strategies Strategy 1 ● ● ● Some students have organisational problems which affect handwriting and planning. Consider the option of a computer if appropriate. Allow for extended travel time from class-to-class. Use eye contact or the student’s name to ensure focus during instruction. Strategy 2 ● ● Ensure that student strengths are recognised and highlighted in group tasks. Be aware of physical considerations during practical tasks and provide subtle support. Strategy 3 ● Schedule bathroom breaks or allow student to leave class just prior to other students to avoid the rush. ● Specialised seating may be required if student uses a wheelchair. SLIDESMANIA.COM 04 short video depicting student’s with this disability receiving education SLIDESMANIA.COM Going to school with Cerebral Palsy SLIDESMANIA.COM Sources https://www.drbillhefle y.com/what-is-anorthopedicimpairment/ SLIDESMANIA.COM https://www.nichd.nih. gov/health/topics/cere bralpalsy/conditioninfo/ca uses http://web1.modelfarm sh.schools.nsw.edu.au/d isabilities.php?page=c erebral-palsy https://www.cdc.gov/n cbddd/cp/facts.html#: ~:text=Cerebral%20pal sy%20(CP)%20is%20a, problems%20with%20 using%20the%20musc les.