Written by Kieran Murphy, Clinical Partnerships Manager A fascinating new article has been recently published in The Lancet, summarising the global progress in cerebral palsy (CP) research over the years, and highlighting the exciting research in place for years to come [1]. Written by Iona Novak (who has previously delivered must-see webinars in collaboration…
We’re excited to announce our next FREE webinar, with guest host Hannah Spink, specialist PT and Clinical Director of Bumble Bee Physio. Increasing Activity Levels in Children at Risk of Sedentary Lifestyles During the webinar, Hannah will discuss the strategies for increasing active time in two paediatric populations that are often more at risk of being…
We’re excited to announce our next FREE webinar, with guest host Ali Neal, specialist OT and owner of School Sensory Solutions. Ali prides herself in finding solutions to everyday problems experienced by children and young people at school that actually work and supporting teachers to incorporate these in their already busy days. During the…
Meet Skyla: The Princess with Big Dreams Skyla is a vibrant 7-year-old living in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania, with her parents and six brothers. Despite facing the challenges of quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy—including seven surgeries—Skyla is a determined young girl with a love for travel, music, and school. “Sky is the only girl in her class, so…
Meet Zain, our Supine Stander super star! The 11-year-old, who lives in Rochdale, has a cheeky personality and a wonderful smile that lights up the room. Zain loves playing with toys, especially if they’ve got flashing lights and play music! He also loves going to school. He currently attends Spring Side School where he…
For children with physical disabilities, weightbearing, physical activity and maintaining postural alignment can be crucial for their overall health, development and participation in daily life. Standing frames can become an invaluable tool in achieving these goals and are associated numerous physical and psychological benefits [1,2] The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) is…
Happy World Physiotherapy Day! World PT Day is observed to generate awareness about the crucial contribution physiotherapists make to their patients and society. Here at Jenx/Jiraffe, we are well aware that the children and their carers who access our products are greatly supported by the tireless, empathetic and holistic support of physiotherapists worldwide. We are…
September is Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month (in the US), where multiple days are dedicated to raising awareness of various muscular dystrophies, such as today’s World Duchenne Awareness Day, along with raising awareness of similar Neuromuscular Diseases. There are many different types of muscular dystrophy, which are rare conditions that progressively cause muscle weakness and…
For children with physical disabilities, weightbearing, physical activity and maintaining postural alignment can be crucial for their overall health, development and participation in daily life. Standing frames can become an invaluable tool in achieving these goals and are associated with numerous physical and psychological benefits. [1,2] The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)…
Meet Bodhi. Bodhi is a fun loving 5-year-old with an infectious personality. He lives with his Mum, Dad and big sister Millie in the UK. He is a true comedian and loves nothing more than making people laugh. In his mum Jenna words – ‘Bodhi is loving, caring and is a great friend. He goes…
