Upper Limb Mobility in Children with Cerebral PalsyUpper Limb Mobility in Children with Cerebral Palsy
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300 minutes
6 months
Course Overview
How can you improve upper extremity mobility and independence in children with cerebral palsy? This comprehensive course offers an evidence-based approach to assessing and improving upper extremity mobility in children with cerebral palsy.
Through interactive lessons and real-life patient examples, you'll deepen your understanding of the factors that affect mobility and learn to develop effective, personalized treatment strategies.
The course covers anatomy, growth, structural differentiation, classification systems, and the ICF, before translating this knowledge into practical therapeutic interventions.
Practical Application
- Assessment of Upper Limb Mobility in Children with Cerebral Palsy
- Treatment Planning Based on the ICF
- Recognizing Contractures and Deformities
- Clinical Use of the GMFCS and MACS Classification Systems
- Evidence-Based Therapeutic Intervention
- Improving Participation and Independence in Daily Life
What You'll Learn Here
- Understanding Mobility and Its Importance for Children with Cerebral Palsy
- Understanding how age, growth, and anatomy affect upper extremity mobility
- Assessing Deformities, Contractures, and Structural Limitations
- Applying the GMFCS and MACS Classification Systems in Clinical Practice
- Using the ICF to Guide Assessment and Treatment Planning
- Develop evidence-based treatment plans that improve functional independence
Part 1: Introduction to Mobility for People with Cerebral Palsy
- What is mobility?
- Factors Affecting Mobility
- Mobility in Children with Cerebral Palsy
- GMFCS and MACS Classification Systems
- Mobility, Growth, and Development
Part 2: Anatomy & Structural Differentiation
- Anatomy and Growth
- Tests for Structural Differentiation
- Deformities and Contractures
- Effects on Peripheral Nerves
Part 3: The ICF Model
- Introduction to the ICF Model
- Application of the ICF in Clinical Practice
Part 4: Therapeutic Approach & Application to Everyday Life
- Evidence-Based Treatment Methods
- Development of Individualized Treatment Plans
- Applying the Therapy to Everyday Life
Part 4: Final Exam
- Final Test
Future Learning Path:
foxstudy is planning advanced courses on specific intervention techniques, including Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT), bimanual training, and neurodynamics
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Movement scientists
- Sports Therapists
- Nurses
- Doctors
- Health scientists
- Orthopedic Technicians

Dr. Petra Marsico, PT
A pediatric physical therapist specializing in movement and neurorehabilitation. She is convinced that mobility is fundamental to a child’s independence and quality of life, and combines evidence-based practice with developmentally-oriented principles to improve functional treatment outcomes.

Jan Lieber, MSc OT
An occupational therapist specializing in neuropediatrics; his work focuses on helping children achieve greater independence through meaningful daily activities.
This course qualifies participants for continuing education credits from recognized professional associations.
- German Association of Occupational Therapy (DVE): 6 points
- Physio Germany: 6 points
- German Association for Health-Related Sports & Sports Therapy: 8 Points
- Umbrella Organization for Advanced Medical, Therapeutic, and Diagnostic Health Professions (MTD): 6 instructional units
- Swiss Association of Occupational Therapists (EVS): 5 points
- Physioswiss: 5 points
Certificate
Upon completion, you will automatically receive a personalized certificate as proof of your participation in the training.
Our certificate of participation can also be submitted to professional associations as part of continuing education applications.
Comments
Peer Review
Katharina Huth
BSc OT, Director of Advanced Rehabilitation Technologies, REHAB Basel
“This course covers all the essential basics of upper extremity mobility in children with cerebral palsy, including an overview of current research. The patient case studies and interactive format also make learning enjoyable.”
Ready to improve upper limb mobility in children with cerebral palsy?
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Tried and tested by therapists, doctors, and rehabilitation specialists.
"The course is very well structured, covers a lot of theoretical knowledge, and, thanks to the two case studies, directly applies that knowledge to real-world situations. I'm looking forward to putting what I've learned into practice." – Harieta F., Upper Limb Mobility

"I found the course very engaging; it had a logical structure and offered many useful tips for everyday life." – Christa S., Executive Functions

"A good balance between theory and practice, knowledge transfer and self-assessment—very engaging and informative!" – Carina L., Upper Limb Mobility

"The Fox reads aloud, and the multiple-choice questions, video explanations, and drawings make it varied, interesting, and exciting! Bravo!"

"The training course is very well structured and organized. It provides a good review of anatomy, followed by an explanation of splint construction."

"Thank you very much for this free course. Until now, I was only familiar with the GMFCS and MACS levels. But as a speech-language pathologist, I also find the CFCS very interesting.""

"A really great concept and excellent structure; the questions on the final test could deviate a bit more from the course material to truly test understanding."

"The best lesson on cerebral palsy affecting the upper extremities I've ever had in my 35 years of professional experience!"

"I really liked the patient examples. I also liked the review with the questions. Overall, it was a great, intensive course format that lasted more than 8 hours 😉"

"The course is very well structured, covers a lot of theoretical knowledge, and—thanks to the two case studies—also applies that knowledge directly to real-world situations. I look forward to putting what I've learned into practice."

"I've come to realize how important neurodynamics is in neurological rehabilitation, and I'll approach my patients with a different mindset going forward. Thank you for the clear overview and the interactive format. The individual patient examples were also very helpful."

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"I was just hoping for an update on neuroplasticity. Instead, I got a course where I learned a lot of new things that can be clearly applied in practice. I especially appreciated being able to work through the lessons multiple times and pause them at any time."

"The course was very intensive, took me more than 5 hours to complete, and really helped me understand the material. I think self-study with a flexible schedule is great!"
